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Dr Syntax in Danger, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
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Dr Syntax in Danger, 1820. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Dr Syntax in Danger, 1820. A physician peers down Syntaxs throat, while a manservant rushes in holding a steaming plate and wooden bucket of cold water. The scene is set in front of a Strawberry Hill Gothic style window. Illustration from The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax in Search of Consolation by William Combe. (London, 1820)
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In this humorous and satirical print titled "Dr Syntax in Danger" by Thomas Rowlandson, we are transported to a Georgian-era consultation room where the renowned Doctor Syntax finds himself in a precarious situation. The scene is filled with bustling activity as a physician leans over the anxious patient, peering down his throat for signs of illness. Meanwhile, a manservant rushes into the room holding a steaming plate and wooden bucket of cold water, perhaps indicating an urgent need for relief or treatment. The setting is adorned with Strawberry Hill Gothic style windows, adding an air of elegance and sophistication to the otherwise chaotic scene. The furniture consists of chairs that reflect the time period's design aesthetic. Rowlandson's use of vibrant colors brings life to this comical illustration while capturing the essence of 19th-century satire. Through his artistry, he skillfully depicts not only the examination process but also highlights various social roles such as doctors, servants, and patients. This print provides us with insight into medical practices during this era while simultaneously entertaining viewers through its witty portrayal. It serves as a reminder that even in times past, health concerns were met with urgency and sometimes unexpected interventions – all captured within this artwork by Thomas Rowlandson.
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