Randolph Caldecott
1846-1886
Man and Woman Reclining in a Hut
7 x 4 3/8 inches (178 x 112 mm)
Graphite on paper.
1986.2254
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
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.
Title supplied by cataloger; attribution from Gordon Ray typed inventory.
Inscriptions/Markings
Drawing has pinholes in all four corners and the number "150" in pencil below image.
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.
Classification
Century Drawings
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