William Small
1843-1929
At the same time possessing himself of the colonel's sword
1882
5 5/8 x 8 1/8 inches (142 x 206 mm)
Black ink and wash, on cardstock.
1986.2079
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
Notes
Title from published caption.
Original drawing for an illustration for Henry Fielding's "Amelia" (London: Smith, Elder, & Co., 1882), p. 230 (facing).
Original drawing for an illustration for Henry Fielding's "Amelia" (London: Smith, Elder, & Co., 1882), p. 230 (facing).
Inscriptions/Markings
Signed and dated, "W. Small 1882" at lower left; captioned in pencil, "Amelia Bk V Chap V At the same time possessing himself of the Colonel's sword".
Summary
Drawing shows Mr. Booth taking the sword from the hand of his fallen adversary.
Associated names
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
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Century Drawings
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