Randolph Caldecott

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Randolph Caldecott
1846-1886
Man and Woman Reclining in a Hut
Graphite on paper.
7 x 4 3/8 inches (178 x 112 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2254
Notes: 

One of a series of six drawings by Caldecott, probably intended for an illustrations for a boys' adventure story (see PML 1986.2249-54).
Title supplied by cataloger; attribution from Gordon Ray typed inventory.

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Drawing has pinholes in all four corners and the number "150" in pencil below image.

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

Sketch shows a man reclining in a hut or tent beside a woman who holds his hand and gazes into his face; in the background, a tropical setting is indicated, with naked figures and a thatched hut.

Associated names: 

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

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