Pen-etration 1799

drawing, print

drawing

imaginative character sketch

toned paper

childish illustration

quirky sketch

print

cartoon sketch

personal sketchbook

men

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

cartoon carciture

sketchbook art

"Pen-etration" is a satirical hand-colored etching by British artist James Gillray, created in 1799. This caricature satirizes the political climate of the time, likely through the use of wordplay and visual exaggeration. Gillray was known for his biting political cartoons that often targeted prominent figures. This artwork is a prime example of his satirical style, using humor to highlight social and political issues. The image is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY.