Rowlandson the Caricaturist; a Selection from His Works. Vol. 2 by Joseph Grego

5. An illustration to 'Edwin and Matilda, or the Beach King.'

A legendary tale, in four cantos Dec. 1 " The Baron addressing the Harpists at the banquet to Earl Edwin:-- 'Cease, caitiffs! nor further insult with your noise The ears of our noble young guest. Hence, away! and bear with you those coarse thrumming toys!' The minstrels departed,--when, raising his voice, The Baron Earl Edwin address'd.