Oliver Cromwell (left) and the Protector kneeling with his head on the lap of Britannia (right): two roundels

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Oliver Cromwell (left) and the Protector kneeling with his head on the lap of Britannia (right): two roundels. Engraving, 1739. A later version of an engraving entitled 'The naked truth'. The engraving is a copy of a contemporary medallion of Oliver Cromwell which was produced in Holland. Refers to the contrast with Cromwell afforded by the allegedly abject policy of Walpole toward the continental powers. Created 23 June 1739. Oliver Cromwell (1599–1658). Work ID: qtbxmrjg.

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