London: Thos McLean, 1829. The title refers to a satirical play of the time, but here are the Irish politicians John Lawless; Daniel O'Connell; Richard Lalor Sheil. Obviously Doyle is referencing Irish agitation, but also perhaps the Catholic emancipation act of 1829. Clear image, with some light water staining across the whole image. Pasted onto a mustard card backing. Backing card is chipped and tatty to the edges but could be neatly trimmed. Print is 35cm x 26cm. Backing card is 51cm x 36cm Conforms to National Portrait Gallery item NPG D40943. John Lawless (1773-1837), Irish agitator; Daniel O'Connell (1775-1847), Irish politician; MP for Dublin City and Cork County; Richard Lalor Sheil (1791-1851), Irish writer, orator and politician; MP for Tipperary and Dungarvan.

. John Doyle was born in Dublin and moved to London in 1822 where he initially worked as a portrait lithographer. In 1827 Doyle began publishing political prints anonymously. From 1829-1851 Doyle published his well-known Political Sketches series, signing his work with the initials "HB" to hide his identity.