Taking Physick., James Gillray, 1800

An unshaven man, wearing only nightcap, shirt, breeches, and slippers, stands by the fireside grimacing with disgust, a medicine-bottle in one hand, full cup in the other. A dying fire, bare boards, and medicine-bottles on the chimney-piece add to the impression of discomfort. 6 february 1800 hand-coloured etching. Date: 1800. Dimensions: Height: 260 mm; Width: 200 mm. Medium: paper. Collection: British Museum. Taking Physick. (BM 1868,0808.6851)