The pic-nic orchestra ; The cow-pock

The pic-nic orchestra ; The cow-pock

Collection:
Images from the History of Medicine (IHM)
Author(s):
Gillray, James, 1756-1815 artist
Publication:
[London] : Pubd. April 23d 1802 by H. Humphrey St. James's Street, [1802]
Language(s):
English
Format:
Still image
Subject(s):
Famous Persons
Obesity
Music
England
Genre(s):
Caricature
Pictorial Work
Abstract:
Caricature of The Pic-nic Society, a group of fashionables who performed exclusive entertainments. In this satire, four musical members of the society, including the central figure of the obese Lady Buckinghamshire, are shown playing various instruments.
Copyright:
The National Library of Medicine believes this item to be in the public domain. (More information)
Extent:
1 print : 27 x 37 cm.
Provenance:
Gift; William H. Helfand; 2003; 03-75.
Technique:
stipple engraving and etching, black and white
NLM Unique ID:
101455846 (See catalog record)
NLM Image ID:
C05443
OCLC no.:
421349587
Permanent Link:
http://resource.nlm.nih.gov/101455846