The trial of Hastings is represented as the trial scene in the 'Merchant of Venice'.  In the centre Thurlow sits on a dais under his canopy of state. On the left is the Managers' box, on the right are Hastings, his counsel, peers, &amp;c.  In the foreground (left) stands Fox, as Shylock, theatrically clasping a knife; he wears a long gown or coat and has a Jewish appearance.   Opposite him stands Hastings's leading counsel, Law, as Portia, holding a purse inscribed 'Roopees', and turning sternly to Fox while he points towards Hastings (Antonio), who stands timidly on the right, wearing oriental dress with a small crown on his feathered turban. On the extreme right Hastings's other counsel, Plumer and Dallas, are seated on low stools intently watching the proceedings. In the Managers' box Burke, on the extreme left, and Sheridan seated next him are conspicuous.   Derby, in peer's robes, stands in back view beside Thurlow's seat inspecting the (invisible) audience through an eye-glass. On the opposite side (right) George III stares through an opera-glass.  Other peers stand behind Hastings and his counsel. Thurlow scowls ferociously at Fox. Beneath the design is etched:
<p><br>'Shylock. My deeds upon my head, I crave the Law" 
<br>Anthonio. He seeks my Life, his reason well I know."'  17 May 1788
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<br>Etching
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<p>Print made by: James Hook
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<dl><dd>Published by: S W Fores</dd></dl></div>
1788<div style="display: none;">date QS:P571,+1788-00-00T00:00:00Z/9</div>
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