Hob And Stage Doctor

Object numberHC.J.16.X.68
TitleHob And Stage Doctor
CreatorHighly Probably William Davison (originator), Alnwick W. Davison (agent)
DescriptionHob And Stage Doctor. Wouldcut, probably by William Davidson (1781-1858). Early nineteenth-century.
A mountebank is extracting maxillary central incisor tooth for a rustic on an improvided stage. The hob, standing beside them, is endevouring by his clowning to distract attention from a painful operation. The reaction of the crowd is apprehension mixed with mirth. Printed and published by W. Davison, Alnwick.
Production date c.Early C 1825-01-01
Production periodNineteenth century, early
Object nameArtwork
Object categoryDental
Dimensions
- Framed Height: 20 cm
Width: 28 cm