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.
Artiste
Thomas Rowlandson
Datation
1784
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
etching and stipple with hand coloring on wove paper
Dimensions
25 × 35 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

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