William Small

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William Small
1843-1929
During my restless fits she would sometimes read to me several hours together
1882
Black ink and wash, on cardstock.
6 1/16 x 8 1/8 inches (153 x 206 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2078
Notes: 

Title from published caption.
Original drawing for an illustration for Henry Fielding's "Amelia" (London: Smith, Elder, & Co., 1882), p. 120 (facing).

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Signed and dated, "W. Small 1882"; captioned in pencil, "'Amelia' Bk - Chap VII During my restless fits she would sometimes read to me several hours together'"; on verso, "2702 Passepartout".

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

Drawing shows Amelia reading aloud at the bedside of Captain William Booth.

Associated names: 

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

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