Note 1 — CATALOGUE OF HOGARTH'S PRINTS.[1] (continued 2)

I know not why this print should have received its title only from its female agents. Not to dwell on the Jupiter pointing with Cupid's bow to a pair of stockings, whoever will examine the linen[A] of the weeping figure receiving a dram-glass from the Syren, and look for the object that attracts her regard, may discover an indication that the other sex has also a representative in this theatrical parliament.

[A] Non sic præcipiti carbasa tensa noto.