A Drawing Room Altercation, an illustration from Tobias Smollett's "The Expedition of Humphry Clinker" (London, 1793), Vol. 1 1793

"A Drawing Room Altercation" is an engraving by Charles Grignion, created in 1793. The scene depicts a heated exchange between three women, set in a drawing room, likely depicting a scene from Tobias Smollett's novel "The Expedition of Humphry Clinker." Grignion's engraving captures the intensity of the argument, as one woman brandishes a stick at another, while a third woman interjects, adding to the chaotic atmosphere. This illustration is a fine example of 18th-century printmaking, showcasing the technical skill of the artist and the popularity of literary illustrations in this era.