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Misfortune in the Tulip Hall: Thomas Rowlandson comic illustration for William Combe

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Misfortune in the Tulip Hall: Thomas Rowlandson comic illustration for William Combe

Misfortune in the Tulip Hall: Thomas Rowlandson comic illustration for William Combe Tours of Dr Syntax London c1816. Typical early 19th century arrangement of Florist flowers set up on staging (theatre) in conservatory. Dr Syntax falls over, is bitten by dog, loses wig and has head watered by agitated hostess. Gardener holding watering can looks on in amazement. Aquatint

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Aquatint Arrangement Century Clergyman Combe Comic Conservatory Early Falls Flowers Gardener Glass Hall Head Horticulture Literature Misfortune Rowlandson Syntax Theatre Thomas Tours Tulip Typical Watering William Agitated Amazement Bitten Florist Hostess Loses Staging Watered


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In this whimsical 19th-century comic illustration by Thomas Rowlandson, titled "Misfortune in the Tulip Hall" we are transported to a bustling conservatory filled with an elaborate arrangement of florist flowers. The scene resembles a theatre stage, with the vibrant blooms set up on staging, creating a visually stunning backdrop. However, amidst this picturesque setting, chaos ensues as Dr Syntax, a hapless clergyman from William Combe's Tours of Dr Syntax series, stumbles and falls over. To add insult to injury, he is bitten by an unruly dog lurking nearby. As if that weren't enough misfortune for one day, his wig goes flying off his head while an agitated hostess pours water over him! The gardener holding a watering can looks on in utter amazement at the unfolding spectacle before him. One can only imagine the laughter and amusement that would have ensued from witnessing such calamity. Rowlandson's aquatint technique brings out the intricate details of each character and flower petal in this comical scene. Through his artistry and wit, he captures both the beauty and absurdity of human nature. This print serves as a delightful reminder of early 19th-century English literature and horticulture. It transports us back to a time when even prestigious clergymen like Dr Syntax were not immune to life's unexpected mishaps – reminding us all to find humor in our own misfortunes.

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