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Hablot Knight Browne, called Phiz
1815-1882
Mr. Dan Heron Objects to Being Disturbed in Bed
ca. 1860
Graphite on paper.
4 5/16 x 7 inches (110 x 178 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.1768:8
Notes:
Drawing for an illustration to Charles Lever's One of them (London : Chapman & Hall, 1859-1861), p. 333 (facing).
Forms part of a collection of 13 drawings by Browne for illustrations for the novels of Charles Lever (see 1986.1768:1-13).
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Inscription:
In pencil at bottom: Mr. Dan Heron Objects to Being Disturbed in Bed; signed with the artist's initials at lower right.
Provenance:
From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary:
Drawing shows a man half reclining on the bar of an inn or tavern, having been awoken by a man carrying a bag and an umbrella who stands addressing him at left.
Associated names:
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
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