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1971-469, Print
ENGLISH FUNN or DOCKING the MACARONI.
1971-469, Print

ENGLISH FUNN or DOCKING the MACARONI.

DateSeptember 14, 1774
Publisher Robert Sayer (1725-1794) & John Bennett (fl. 1760-1787)
OriginEngland, London
MediumBlack and white mezzotint engraving with period hand color
DimensionsOH: 14 1/4" x OW: 10 1/4" (includes backing); Plate, H: 14" x W: 9 7/8"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1971-469
DescriptionThe lower margin reads: "ENGLISH FUNN or DOCKING the MACARONI./ London Printed for R. Sayer & J. Bennett, N.o 53 Fleet Street, as the Act directs 14 September, 1774."
Label TextA London street scene is shown, featuring a butcher's shop. The owner has assailed a passing Macaroni and is about to cut off the knob of the victim's wig with his butcher knife. Two women sit in the doorway of the shop, watching in great amusement.