Samuel Collings

British, active 1784/1789

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This is a drawing of a scene on May Day in London. The image shows a busy street filled with activities. Full-description: The drawing depicts characters engaging in a festive atmosphere, including musicians and dancers. In the center, people in period costumes are dancing, some holding hands and others clapping. The background shows urban buildings with banners and signs announcing events like concerts. A man is seen carrying a pole decorated with cups and teapots, possibly for street performance or sales. Dogs are also present. The characters' expressions and body language suggest joy and excitement. Onlookers lean out from upper floor windows to watch the festivities.
William Blake, May-Day in London, 1784, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.1824

May-Day in London

William Blake · 1784 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.1824

This is a drawing of a chaotic and humorous scene in an interior room. Several figures dressed in 18th-century clothing are engaged in a comical brawl. Two men are confronting each other, with one being pushed against a fireplace. Other figures are involved in different ways, some trying to separate individuals while others are watching. The room includes a fireplace, chairs, artwork on the wall, and a cabinet with decorative items. Two individuals near the wall are holding jugs or bottles, observing the scene. The drawing conveys disorder and absurdity with exaggerated facial expressions and postures.
William Blake, The Discomfited Duellists, 1784, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.1825

The Discomfited Duellists

William Blake · 1784 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1943.3.1825

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The Triumph of Sentiment

Thomas Rowlandson · 1787 · ·  Accession ID  1945.5.290