A Picturesque View of the State of Great Britain for 1780 1780

"A Picturesque View of the State of Great Britain for 1780" is a satirical print from 1780 by an anonymous artist. The print uses allegorical figures and symbols to depict the state of Great Britain during the American Revolutionary War. For example, Great Britain is represented by a cow, while America is represented by a lion. The American Congress is portrayed as a group of men milking the cow, representing the draining of British resources. The print's message criticizes British involvement in the war and suggests that the American colonists were winning. The print is a good example of political satire from the late 18th century. It was likely intended for a broad audience, and it provides a glimpse into the public's perceptions of the war in Britain at the time.