A dentist (right) stands pulling at an instrument in the mouth of his patient, whom he holds by the jaw. The victim, in profile to the right, is perched upon a high stool, and clutches his right shin, while his left foot is pressed against the dentist's knees; expression and attitude register pain and anger. Probably from an amateur's design. 7 may 1796
hand-coloured etching. Date: 1796. Dimensions: Height: 270 mm; Width: 218 mm. Medium: paper. Collection: British Museum. Easing the tooth-ach. (BM 1868,0808.6528)
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