Hudibras and the Skimmington (Seventeen Small Illustrations for Samuel Butler's Hudibras, no. 9) 1721 - 1726

"Hudibras and the Skimmington" is an etching by William Hogarth, created between 1721 and 1726. This etching is part of a series of seventeen illustrations for Samuel Butler's satirical poem *Hudibras*. This particular etching depicts a scene from the poem where Hudibras is being ridiculed by a group of people. It is a satirical commentary on the social and political climate of the time. The etching is characterized by Hogarth's detailed and lively style, which captures the humor and absurdity of the scene. This print is a perfect example of Hogarth's early work, which helped to establish his reputation as a leading artist of the 18th century.