The prince of wales stands full-face, in shirt and nightcap, his back to the bridal bed (right) in which the princess lies with an expression of smiling expectancy. The prince stands dismayed, with his right fingers to his mouth. On a table beside him (left) are two (?) mustard-pots and a bottle of 'cantharides'. On the wall showing between the curtains of the bed is a picture of leda and the swan. The bed is ornate with fringed curtains, and the prince of wales' feathers and motto at the head. Her stockings, shoes, a garter, and a garment draped over a chair are beside the princess; the prince's clothes lie at his feet. 15 april 1795. Hand-coloured etching. Date: 1795. Dimensions: Height: 337 mm; Width: 338 mm. Medium: paper. Depicted People: Caroline of Brunswick. Collection: British Museum. Oh! Che boccone! (BM 1868,0808.6426)
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