George Cruikshank

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George Cruikshank
1792-1878
Gourmand
Pen and black ink and watercolor, on paper.
5 3/16 x 4 15/16 inches (132 x 125 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2066
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Drawing by Cruikshank, probably intended for an illustration for an unidentified publication.

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Initialed "G.CK" by the artist at lower right.

Provenance: 
From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary: 

Drawing shows a portly man seated at table with a spoon in his mouth and a decanter of wine at his elbow at right.

Associated names: 

Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.

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