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William Small
1843-1929
The hare was no sooner on shore, than it seated itself on its hinder legs
1882
Black ink and wash, on cardstock.
6 7/8 x 9 11/16 inches (175 x 247 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2076
Notes:
Title from published caption.
Original drawing for an illustration for Henry Fielding's "History of the adventures of Joseph Andrews" (London: Smith, Elder, & Co., 1882), p. 229 (facing).
Inscription:
Caption in pencil, "'Joseph Andrews' Bk III Chap VI 'The hare was no sooner on shore, than it seated itself on its hinder legs'"; on verso, "2701 Passepartout".
Provenance:
From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary:
Drawing shows Joseph Andrews and Fanny seated beneath a tree, with Mr. Adams asleep on the ground and the hare standing upright in the background.
Associated names:
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
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