Study for Royal Cock Pit, from Microcosm of London c. 1808

"Study for Royal Cock Pit, from Microcosm of London" is a pencil drawing on paper by Augustus Charles Pugin, dated circa 1808. The drawing is a study for an illustration from Pugin's influential book "Microcosm of London", a series of architectural and social scenes from London life. This particular study depicts a detailed interior view of a cock-fighting pit, a popular form of entertainment in the 19th century. It's a fine example of Pugin's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the energy of a bustling urban scene. The artwork is part of the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.