About this image...

Image Title: The Cowpox Tragedy - Scene The Last, 1812

Creator: Cruikshank, George, 1792-1878, artist

Date: 1812 Aug. 1

Summary: Funeral procession showing coffin labeled "Vaccina aged 12 years" on which stands a golden calf; four vignettes, two on each side, present realistic scenes related to cow pox.

Subjects: Funeral processions--England--1810-1820
Preventive medicine--England--1810-1820
Smallpox--England--1810-1820
Vaccinations--England--1810-1820

Original Media: Etching

Collections: Cartoon Prints, British » more info...

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