The Poll

Thomas Rowlandson, 1784

This is a drawing of a seesaw with figures riding it in a public setting. The scene shows two elegantly dressed individuals in an exaggerated and whimsical manner, wearing 18th-century attire. One figure is airborne with arms outstretched, while others in vibrant clothing are seen either assisting or balancing on the seesaw. The background features a bustling crowd against a grand architectural setting, with expressions of surprise and amusement. The composition uses vivid colors and a caricatured style to emphasize playful dynamism and social interaction.
Artista
Thomas Rowlandson
Fecha
1784
Tipo
Estampa
Técnica
etching and stipple with hand coloring on wove paper
Medidas
25 × 35 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

This is a drawing of a seesaw with figures riding it in a public setting. The scene shows two elegantly dressed individuals in an exaggerated and whimsical manner, wearing 18th-century attire. One figure is airborne with arms outstretched, while others in vibrant clothing are seen either assisting or balancing on the seesaw. The background features a bustling crowd against a grand architectural setting, with expressions of surprise and amusement. The composition uses vivid colors and a caricatured style to emphasize playful dynamism and social interaction.

Thomas Rowlandson