Malmesbury sits full-face in a bergère which he entirely fills, his feet close together, putting both thumbs to his mouth.  He wears a court suit and ribbon, but no sword.  A patterned carpet and a panelled wall complete the design.  Above his head: 
<p><br>'Q - Are you empowered to treat for yourself only? A. I don't Know Q - Can you treat for your Friends ? - A - I don't Know. Q - What proposals have you to make? A  -  i don't know. Q - Have you been fully instructed in this business? A - No. Q - What are you come here for? A -  I don't Know Q -  Then it seems you know nothing at all about the Matter? A No. but I'll send back &amp; enquire'  10 November 1796.
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<br>Hand-coloured etching
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<p>Print made by: Isaac Cruikshank
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<dl><dd>Published by: S W Fores</dd></dl></div>
1796<div style="display: none;">date QS:P571,+1796-00-00T00:00:00Z/9</div>
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