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Ducking a Scold

Thomas Rowlandson

National Gallery of Art

There is a painting of a scene with a group of people surrounding a ducking chair apparatus. The central focus is the ducking stool, with a figure partially submerged in water. The figure's expression suggests displeasure. The onlookers are depicted with exaggerated expressions and gestures, adding action to the scene. The crowd wears colorful costumes and a small animal is balancing on a wooden bowl in the water. Architectural details in the background include visible windows with observers peeking out.

Artwork Details

Date
1809
Medium
hand-colored etching
Dimensions
3546 × 4774 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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