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Curtis, William, Sir, 1752-1829.Date: 1796]- Pictures
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Doctor Jukes pumping the stomach of Sir W. Curtis, several other aldermen wait to be operated on; representing the gross appetites of some civic dignitaries. Coloured etching by W. Heath, 1824.
Heath, William, 1795-1840.Date: 26 February 1824Reference: 12220i- Pictures
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People and carriages converging on Buckingham House - being met by a fire-breathing monster; representing the King's cancellation of the 'Drawing Room' because of contracting gout. Coloured etching by C. Williams, 1823.
Williams, Charles, active 1797-1830.Date: 28 April 1823Reference: 12217i- Pictures
The gouty King George IV relaxing before nine portraits chronicling his past extravagant styles of dress; representing the King's attempt to withdraw from public ridicule. Coloured etching by W. Heath, 1824.
Heath, William, 1795-1840.Date: 15 March 1824Reference: 12219i- Pictures
Three doctors converge around John Pitt, 2nd earl of Chatham, as their patient; representing the embarrassment of the failed Walcheren Expedition in Flanders. Coloured etching by C. Williams, 1809.
Williams, Charles, active 1797-1830.Date: September 1809Reference: 12203i