Study for Dr. Syntax made Free of the Cellar c. 1812

Thomas Rowlandson's *Study for Dr. Syntax made Free of the Cellar* (c. 1812) is a watercolor depicting a humorous scene of men celebrating in a wine cellar. The composition is lively, with figures engaged in conversation, drinking, and even dancing. The exaggerated features and postures of the men, typical of Rowlandson's caricatures, contribute to the overall sense of levity. This satirical work captures the excesses of social life in early 19th-century England, highlighting the humorous aspects of wine consumption and social gatherings.