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Hablot Knight Browne, called Phiz
1815-1882
Peter Simple Fending off a Gang of Women with a Poker
Graphite on paper.
5 7/16 x 3 13/16 inches (138 x 97 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.1769:33
Notes:
Drawing possibly intended for an illustration for chapter 10 of Frederick Marryat's novel "Peter Simple".
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).
Inscription:
Drawing mounted on album leaf with "Peter Simple" inscribed on the margin of the leaf in pencil at right.
Provenance:
From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary:
Drawing shows the interior of a tavern, with Peter Simple brandishing a poker at a group of women as he endeavors to escape through a doorway at right.
Associated names:
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
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