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Man Standing on the Back of His Horse

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Hablot Knight Browne, called Phiz
1815-1882

Man Standing on the Back of His Horse

4 3/4 x 7 5/8 inches (121 x 194 mm)
Red chalk on paper.
1986.1769:27

Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.

Notes
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).
Probably a preliminary sketch for a cartoon or illustration for an unidentified publication.
Inscriptions/Markings
With "right" inscribed in pencil at lower right.
Summary

Drawing shows a man standing on the saddle on the back of his horse, facing right, in a wooded setting.

Associated names
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
Classification
Century Drawings
School
Department