Resurrection, or The Frighted Nurse

Executed in hand-colored etching and aquatint, the piece showcases Rowlandson’s mastery of these techniques to achieve vivid, expressive visuals. The style is marked by bold lines, exaggerated facial expressions (notably the nurse’s wide eyes), and dynamic movement (e.g., flying petticoats), aligning with the robust visual language of Georgian caricature.

Created in 1784, the work is part of Rowlandson’s body of satirical prints from the Georgian Era. While specific provenance details are not provided, it is understood to be part of a collection given its exhibition and documentation.

This print sits within the broader tradition of Georgian caricature, alongside works by contemporaries such as James Gillray. It reflects the era’s penchant for bold, sometimes irreverent, social commentary through art.

Resurrection, or The Frighted Nurse contributes to Rowlandson’s legacy as a prominent English caricaturist, illustrating his ability to blend the supernatural with social satire, influencing subsequent generations of caricaturists and satirists.