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Acute Pain (Le Brun Travested, or Caricatures of the Passions), January 21, 1800
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Acute Pain (Le Brun Travested, or Caricatures of the Passions), January 21, 1800
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This 19th-century print titled "Acute Pain (Le Brun Travested, or Caricatures of the Passions), January 21,1800" by Thomas Rowlandson is a humorous depiction of a clumsy servant experiencing excruciating pain. The caricature showcases the concept of carelessness and its consequences in an amusing way. In this colorful etching, we see an employee clumsily handling a kettle filled with hot water and tea. His face contorted in agony, he suffers from gout, a painful disease caused by excess uric acid. The artist skillfully captures the servant's silly expression as he realizes his mistake. The print satirizes the relationship between employer and employee during that time period. It humorously highlights how even small mishaps can lead to great discomfort for those responsible for menial tasks like making tea. Thomas Rowlandson collaborated with George Moutard Woodward to create this witty piece which reflects their keen observation of human behavior. Their work often focused on social satire and everyday life in Britain. Now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, this print serves as a reminder that even mundane activities can have unexpected consequences. Through clever composition and vivid colors, Rowlandson invites viewers to laugh at our own follies while appreciating his artistic talent and wit.
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