DETAILS
TITLE
Doctor Syntax taking Possession of his Living. Dr. Syntax, was a satirical, comic character created by William Combe and illustrated by cartoonist Thomas Rowlandson. Rowlandson's engravings feature Dr. Syntax's adventures and misfortunes traveling through the English countryside.
MAKER
James and Ralph Clews (Cobridge Works, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England, 1818-34)
MARKS
Impressed circular mark: Clews Warranted Staffordshire. Printed blue mark: Doctor Syntax / taking possession / of his living.
PERIOD
William IV (1830-37) | Early 19th century
DATE
Circa 1830
DIMENSIONS
Width 10 Depth 10 Height 1 inches
CONDITION
Note: small chip. Stains.