'In a high saliuation [sic] at the point of death', plate V of The Harlot's Progress, 1732; the harlot is now dying from venereal disease and has been transferred to the sick room (of Bridewell Prison). She is being attended by Dr Richard Rock and Dr Jean Misaubin who quarrel over the merits of their cures. Third and final state of plate. One of a set of six plates.
World Europe United Kingdom England Greater London London City of Westminster Westminster
Artistic Representations Satires
Society & Culture Sickness & Disease
Society & Culture Death & Burial
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