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William Small
1843-1929
And others, with Mr. Allworthy, assisted in carrying off the captain to a warm bed
1881
Black ink and wash touched with gray, on cardstock.
7 x 9 3/4 inches (180 x 248 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2081
Notes:
Title from published caption.
Original drawing for an illustration for Henry Fielding's "History of Tom Jones" (London: Smith, Elder, & Co., 1882), v. I, p. 80 (facing).
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Signed and dated, "W. Small 1881" at lower right.
Provenance:
From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary:
Drawing shows Captain Blifil's body being carried feet-first through the doorway, as three women attend to the prostrate Mrs. Blifil at left.
Associated names:
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
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