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Man forced to wear his hosts ill-fitting clothes
Man forced to wear his hosts ill-fitting clothes at a dinner party after arriving drenched from the rain. Miseries of Travelling. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed and etched by Thomas Rowlandson to accompany Reverend James Beresfords Miseries of Human Life, Ackermann, 1808
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In this intriguing hand-colored copperplate engraving designed and etched by Thomas Rowlandson, we witness a humorous yet poignant scene from Reverend James Beresford's "Miseries of Human Life," published by Ackermann in 1808. The image portrays a man, drenched from the rain, being forced to wear ill-fitting clothes belonging to his host at a dinner party. The man's discomfort is evident as he stands awkwardly, his expression one of frustration and misery. His host, a stubborn and imposing figure, brandishes a cudgel, emphasizing the power dynamic at play. The man's attempts to resist are in vain, as the host's wife, a crazy widow wielding a broom, looks on approvingly. The man's symptoms of restlessness and discontent are further highlighted by the contrasting scenes in the background. A sailor, perhaps a former traveling companion, looks on with a sympathetic expression, while a dog barks at the chaos unfolding before it. This satirical and caricatured illustration offers a glimpse into the challenges and miseries of traveling during the Regency and Georgian eras. The man's predicament serves as a reminder of the unpredictability and sometimes violent nature of the journey, as well as the capriciousness of human behavior. The intricate hand-coloring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a captivating and visually striking work of art.
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