Waltzer au Mouchoir., James Gillray, 1800

A couple dance in an assembly-room; the man, active and dishevelled, smaller than his immensely fat partner, holds the ends of a large spotted handkerchief, since it is impossible to grasp her waist. In the background are two other couples. A chandelier and a corner of the musicians' gallery with a man blowing a french horn complete the design. 20 january 1800 hand-coloured etching. Date: 1800. Dimensions: Height: 220 mm; Width: 176 mm. Medium: paper. Collection: British Museum. Waltzer au Mouchoir. (BM 1868,0808.6843)