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Ticket for James Figg, the famous pugilist. He is shown on stage holding his sword. Etching after W. Hogarth.
Wellcome Collection

Ticket for James Figg, the famous pugilist. He is shown on stage holding his sword. Etching after W. Hogarth.

William Hogarth

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Wellcome Collection

Lettering: James Figg. Master of y Noble Science of Defence on y righthand in Oxford Road near Adam & Eve court teaches Gentlemen ye use of y small backsword & quarterstaff at home & abroad. Will. Hogarth ft.

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