A dismayed man reading his doctor's recommendations to cut back on aspects of life that he enjoys. Wood engraving by Swains, 1888, after Sir J. Tenniel.

  • Tenniel, John, 1820-1914.
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1888
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14289i
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A dismayed man reading his doctor's recommendations to cut back on aspects of life that he enjoys. Wood engraving by Swains, 1888, after Sir J. Tenniel. Wellcome Collection. Public Domain Mark. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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Caption reads: 'Mr. B. (reads doctor's directions). "Eh! what's this? Interfere with my riding! - reduce my three per cents!! - cut down my champagne!!! - 'pon my word!!!!"'

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[London], 1888.

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1 print : wood engraving ; border 24 x 18.2 cm

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"Is life worth living?" Swainss JT

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Wellcome Collection 14289i

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