The Wolf & the Lamb – A Parody on Mr. Mulready's highly popular Picture 1838

"The Wolf & the Lamb – A Parody on Mr. Mulready's highly popular Picture" is a satirical print created by John Doyle in 1838. This artwork, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, depicts a scene where two men, one disguised as a wolf, are about to deceive an innocent young woman. Doyle’s work is a pointed critique of social hypocrisy, referencing a popular painting by William Mulready while subtly suggesting the dangers of unchecked ambition. The artist skillfully utilizes the medium of pencil drawing to create a visually striking composition, highlighting the dramatic irony of the scene with a blend of humor and social commentary.