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Hablot Knight Browne, called Phiz
1815-1882
Boys Swimming
4 1/16 x 7 3/8 inches (103 x 187 mm)
Graphite and red chalk on paper.
1986.1769:37
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
Notes
Drawing probably intended for a cartoon for the periodical Judy.
Forms part of an album of 59 graphite and chalk drawings by H.K. Browne; including 21 drawings for illustrations executed for the Household edition of Pickwick papers, as well as sketches, studies, and designs for the periodical Judy (1986.1769:1-59).
Forms part of an album of 59 graphite and chalk drawings by H.K. Browne; including 21 drawings for illustrations executed for the Household edition of Pickwick papers, as well as sketches, studies, and designs for the periodical Judy (1986.1769:1-59).
Summary
Drawing shows a boy swimming at far left as another stands by the water preparing (reluctantly) to enter the water under the direction of a man at far right who stands behind him, dressed for what is obviously a cold day in a coat, hat, and muffler.
Associated names
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
Classification
Century Drawings
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