This is a drawing of a busy street scene showing instances of animal cruelty. A horse has fallen while pulling a cart, being beaten by one figure and observed by another. Nearby, sheep seem agitated as a figure with a weapon adds to the unrest. In the background, chaos ensues with animals running wild and people acting recklessly. The street's architecture serves as a frame for the scene, illustrating disorderly life. The drawing includes detailed and whimsical yet grim elements hinting at satirical commentary.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1751
- Medium
- etching and engraving
- Dimensions
- 3477 × 4216 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original