Riddles, a Rebus and Dances

Anonymous, British, 18th century British

Publisher Harding British

1791

Not on view

A British lady of the 1790s could have amused herself, and a companion, with the puzzles, riddles and word games that adorn this fan leaf. The "trompe l'oeil" design is made up of small notes and cards inscribed with puzzles and riddles and interspersed with humorous prints. All appear casually affixed to a yellow backing, whose top border is made out of a rebus of dancing men.

Artwork Details

Overview

Title: Riddles, a Rebus and Dances
Artist: Anonymous, British, 18th century
Publisher: Harding (London)
Date: 1791
Medium: Etching, hand colored
Classification: Prints
Credit Line: Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1938
Object Number: 38.91.54
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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