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John Leech
1817-1864
A fragment / J. Leech.
[London : s.n., 1847]
wood engraving
image: 82 x 82 mm; sheet: 112 x 98 mm
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.1330
Notes
Published cartoon caption reads: A fragment. "And will you always-always, dearest Alberic, love me thus?" Said Constance. "Ever, while this heart beats with life!" Passionately exclaimed Alberic. "Then could you lend me five pounds?" Murmured the lady; "For really things are so bad in the city, that I, &c., &c., &c.
Proof of a wood engraving on india paper after an illustration by John Leech for Punch, 1847, v. 13, p. 152.
Proof of a wood engraving on india paper after an illustration by John Leech for Punch, 1847, v. 13, p. 152.
Provenance
From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary
Cartoon shows a man and woman seated together, the former with both hands hands clasped to his chest in an expression of adoration.
Associated names
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
Artist
Classification
Department
Century prints
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