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Richard Doyle
1824-1883
Fairytale Scene
Pen and black ink on paper.
4 3/8 x 7 1/8 inches (112 x 181 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2546
Provenance:
Lord Algernon M.A. Percy; from the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary:
Drawing shows a young woman in robes and wearing a crown, walking away to the left with head held high in an expression of disdain for the small gnome-like figure who kneels beside her with his hands to his breast; a castle is visible at upper right and a small dog stands barking at lower right.
Associated names:
Percy, Algernon M. A., 1851-1933, former owner.
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
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