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Sadness (Le Brun Travested, or Caricatures of the Passions), January 21, 1800
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Sadness (Le Brun Travested, or Caricatures of the Passions), January 21, 1800
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In this 19th-century etching titled "Sadness (Le Brun Travested, or Caricatures of the Passions), January 21,1800". Thomas Rowlandson humorously captures the concept of sadness through a satirical portrayal. The print showcases a scene set in Britain, where a man is depicted as an old maid or spinster, embodying the metaphorical embodiment of melancholy. The central figure, dressed in typical attire for that era, sits with a lap dog on his lap. Both man and dog wear expressions of deep sorrow and distress. The artist's clever use of caricature exaggerates their emotions to evoke laughter rather than sympathy. Rowlandson's attention to detail shines through in his depiction of various elements within the composition. A servant stands nearby, seemingly perplexed by his master's exaggerated display of grief. In the background, we see other individuals going about their daily activities oblivious to the protagonist's emotional turmoil. This print reflects Rowlandson's talent for blending satire with social commentary. By presenting sadness in such an absurd manner, he invites viewers to reflect on how our own sorrows can sometimes be trivialized or even comical when viewed from an outsider's perspective. Today, this artwork remains part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection and continues to entertain audiences with its witty portrayal of human emotion and societal norms during that time period.
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