A Frenchman in November 1788

"A Frenchman in November" is a satirical hand-colored etching by Thomas Rowlandson, created in 1788. This caricature depicts a Frenchman in a comical manner, highlighting the social and cultural stereotypes associated with French people in English society. The use of exaggeration, including oversized boots and a comical expression, is characteristic of Rowlandson's style and reflects his penchant for social commentary. The etching, brimming with humor and irony, provides a glimpse into 18th-century English perceptions of French fashion and behavior.