The duke of york, as in bmsat 7927 but reversed, holds an open box similarly inscribed; the tiny figure is a more life-like rendering of the duchess. He approaches the throne (left) where the queen is seated, the king steps forward, looking through an eye-glass. The other figures are the fat mrs. Schwellenberg (right) with two princesses rather in the background. The gestures and expressions of all show pleased surprise. See also bmsat 7917. 10 december 1791. Hand-coloured etching. Date: 1791. Dimensions: Height: 274 mm; Width: 333 mm. Medium: paper. Depicted People: Princess Augusta Sophia. Collection: British Museum. The first interview or the presentation of the Prusian pearl (BM 1868,0808.6136)
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