The Courier disguised as a Devil pronouncing the Commands of Montesino to Don Quixote · Centre for Early Modern Visual Culture

Title: The Courier disguised as a Devil pronouncing the Commands of Montesino to Don Quixote
Period: 1750-1800;
Geographic: Spain; Europe
Description: A postillion dressed as a demon approaches the hunting party, playing a huge, hollow animal horn that emits a harsh and terrifying sound. The devil announces the arrival of the enchanted Dulcinea and the gallant Montesinos. Don Quixote and Sancho Panza are depicted with astonished expressions. The illustration is set in a decorative and architectural frame, complete with Merlin’s head, a book of enchantments, a wand, and an owl. Signed by R. Corbould (illustrator) and W. Hawkins (engraver), dated 1797. Part 2, ch. 34.
Image Creator: Corbould, Richard (Illustrator); Hawkins, W. (Engraver)
Type: StillImage; Engraving
Identifier: mta:22489
Language: eng
Source Name: The History and Adventures of the Renowned Don Quixote
Parent Collection: 1796 Cooke
Image: mta_22489_OBJ.jpg
Collection: Don Quixote
Subject: Don Quixote; Sancho Panza; Devil; Horns