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Robert Seymour
1798-1836
Wetherell, the idiot
Published
[London] : [William Strange], [ca. 1834]
wood engraving
72 x 86 mm
Peel 2148
Notes
Probably detached from one of four issues of Whiggeries and waggeries, London : William Strange, 1834. This publication reprinted wood engravings by Robert Seymour, Robert Cruikshank, and others which had previously appeared-- with different captions-- in Figaro in London, also published by Strange. The identical image appeared in Figaro in London, no. 11, 1832, with the title To Sir Charles Wetherell.
Provenance
Formerly owned by Sir Robert Peel.
Summary
Wetherell, dishevelled as usual, and seemingly blind, is led through a muddy pool by a dog with the head of Newcastle, his right wrist being tied to the dog's lead. Behind is a lantern on a post next a board inscribed "Dangerous".
Associated names
Peel, Robert, 1788-1850, former owner.
Strange, W. (William), publisher.
Cowie, G. (George), printer.
Strange, W. (William). Whiggeries and waggeries.
Strange, W. (William). Figaro in London.
Strange, W. (William), publisher.
Cowie, G. (George), printer.
Strange, W. (William). Whiggeries and waggeries.
Strange, W. (William). Figaro in London.
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