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William Small
1843-1929
He embraced them with the most passionate fondness
1882
Black ink and wash, on cardstock.
7 5/16 x 9 11/16 inches (185 x 246 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2084
Notes:
Title from published caption.
Original drawing for an illustration for Henry Fielding's "Life of Mr. Jonathan Wild the great" (London: Smith, Elder, & Co., 1882), p. 97 (facing).
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Signed and dated, "W. Small 1882" at lower right.
Provenance:
From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary:
Drawing shows Mr. Heartfree embracing his two children as the apprentice and maid look on at left.
Associated names:
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
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