The battle of the cataplasm

The battle of the cataplasm. One of a series of illustrations to Tristram Shandy showing Dr. Slop and Susannah exchanging abuse. Dr. Slop stands, with his wig burning, about to throw cataplasm in Susannah's face. Susannah stands behind the cradle in which lies the infant Tristram, a plaster across his nose, as she holds her nose and a candle. Reference to Tristram Shandy, v. 4. Date 1773

Abuse Cradle Exchanging Plaster Reference Shandy Slop Susannah Throw Tristram

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