Extravagance and dissipation.

Repro ID: PY7356

Description: A man, at home in a genteel house, who has been out eating and drinking to excess. He is holding his head in his hand. In contrast, his wife is dressed in white, and has been reading a book. She has a watch pinned to her dress. A maid holds a tired and sleeping baby in her arms, as if reminding him of his responsibilities.

Creator: H Singleton (painter), W Ward (engraver), T Simpson (publisher)

Date: 25 March 1794

Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London