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Man seized by leg cramp in the honeymoon bed
Man seized by leg cramp in the honeymoon bed. Bottles of gout cordial, restorative drops and other medicine on the floor. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed and etched by Thomas Rowlandson to accompany Reverend James Beresfords Miseries of Human Life, Ackermann, 1808
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Man Seized by Leg Cramp in the Honeymoon Bed: A Regency-Era Misadventure This hand-colored copperplate engraving, designed and etched by the renowned Thomas Rowlandson, is an amusing illustration from Reverend James Beresford's "Miseries of Human Life," published by Ackermann in 1808. The image humorously depicts a man in the throes of a leg cramp, an unexpected and unwelcome intrusion on his honeymoon night. The scene is set in a richly decorated bedroom, filled with the trappings of a successful Regency-era citizen. A sumptuous bed, adorned with luxurious fabrics and plush pillows, is the center of attention. The man, dressed in a wig and a formal waistcoat, lies in a state of discomfort, clutching the bedsheets in agony. His wife, concerned and sympathetic, looks on with a worried expression. The floor around the bed is littered with bottles of gout cordial, restorative drops, and other medicinal remedies, indicating that this is not the first time the man has experienced such an affliction. The presence of a table laden with a dinner service, half-empty bowls of punch, and the remnants of a fine dinner suggest that the evening's festivities have been interrupted. In the background, a library door is ajar, revealing a group of poets, writers, and wits gathered for a salon or soirée. The man's friends, dressed in the fashionable attire of the day, appear to be in various stages of amusement and concern. The caricatured figures in the background add to the satirical tone of the illustration, highlighting the absurdity of the man's predicament. This charming and humorous illustration is a testament to the wit and satire of the Regency era, offering a glimpse into the daily miseries and unexpected challenges of life.
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