Benefit Ticket for Joe Miller
Medium
Etching
Dimensions
sheet: 6 1/8 x 9 in. (15.5 x 22.9 cm)
Classification
Prints
Department
Drawings and Prints
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1917
Accession Number
17.3.2746
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Art Historical Context
This etching, titled *Benefit Ticket for Joe Miller*, was produced between 1794 and 1799 as a printed invitation or commemorative piece for a theatrical benefit performance. Such tickets were common in the 18th century, helping actors like the comedian Joseph Miller raise funds through special shows. The work brings together contributions from William Hogarth, known for his witty social observations, along with Samuel Ireland, Joseph Sympson Jr., and others, reflecting a collaborative effort in print production. As an etching, the medium allowed fine lines and intricate details to be reproduc...