Doctor Syntax kijkt naar een voorstelling in Covent Garden Theatre 1817

"Doctor Syntax at Covent Garden Theatre" is a hand-colored etching by Thomas Rowlandson, a British caricaturist known for his satirical drawings. Created in 1817, this work depicts a scene from the famous London theatre, Covent Garden, showcasing a play in progress, with "Doctor Syntax" in the audience. The etching is a humorous commentary on the social scene of the time, captured with Rowlandson’s characteristic wit and detail. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into 19th-century London’s theatrical world.