An undertaker visiting a sick man in the hope of gaining a new client. Coloured etching after R. Newton.

  • Newton, Richard, 1777-1798.
Date:
26 February 1822
Reference:
11907i
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The undertaker says:"Sir I am an undertaker recommeded by Doctor Grissell, if your not engaged, shall be proud to inter you." The sick man retorts: "Inter me the devil you will!! I only wish I could catch you at it."

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[London] (111 Cheapside) : T. Tegg, 26 February 1822.

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1 print : etching, with watercolour

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An undertakers visit! R. Newton.

References note

Not found in: British Museum Catalogue of political and personal satires, London 1870-1954

Reference

Wellcome Collection 11907i

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