Sidrophel Examining the Kite Through His Telescope (Seventeen Small Illustrations for Samuel Butler's Hudibras, no. 10) 1721 - 1726

This etching by William Hogarth, from 1721-1726, is one of seventeen illustrations created for Samuel Butler's *Hudibras*. The illustration depicts the character Sidrophel examining a kite through his telescope. This work, along with the other illustrations, is a satirical commentary on the follies of human behavior. Hogarth's detailed etching style and dynamic composition bring the satirical narrative to life, highlighting the absurdity of the characters' actions and the silliness of their beliefs. The image is a testament to Hogarth's talent for capturing the humor and absurdity of human nature. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City holds this piece in its collection.