Mrs. Brownrigg in the Cell, Newgate - Engraving

Engraving

Single sheet (5x8.5in)

Wrapped loosely on cork board.

c1770

Scenes from the life of Elizabeth Brownrigg(1720-1767).  Sentenced to hang at Tyburn for the murder of 14 year Mary Clifford. Brownigg worked as a midwife and Clifford was one of a number of apprentices who were abused by her. The case caused a sensation in Georgian England.

Near Fine. Mild crimping to top.