The Gout
Artist
James Gillray
(British, 1757 - 1815)
Publisher
Hannah Humphrey
(English, 1745 - 1818)
Date1799
MediumEtching and aquatint with hand-coloring
DimensionsTrimmed to Platemark: 10 1/16 x 13 3/8 in. (25.5 x 34 cm)
Credit LinePurchased with funds from the Dean of Arts and Sciences
CultureBritish
Object numberPC2021.01
ClassificationsPrint Collection
DescriptionA red and swollen foot, clearly affected by the titular affliction, rests on a cushion. A small demon with a barbed tail, bat-like ears, and fire emanating from its nostrils, bites into the swollen foot with long fangs and hooks into the skin with its talons. It seems an accurate animation of the symptoms of gout. This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
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