The Tooth-Ache

A single-issue comic from 1849, published by Tilt and Bogue, The Tooth-Ache is a minor but intriguing artifact of early British comics history. Written by Horace Mayhew and illustrated by the celebrated George Cruikshank, it stands as an early example of a humor periodical focused on a single, relatable grievance. Its significance lies in its format and creators, offering a glimpse into the Victorian comic marketplace and the work of a master caricaturist.