William Small
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William Small
1843-1929
Slipslop now approached her bed, and asked how her Ladyship did
1882
Black ink and wash, on cardstock.
7 1/16 x 9 1/2 inches (179 x 242 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2077
Notes:
Title from published caption.
Original drawing for an illustration for Henry Fielding's "History of the adventures of Joseph Andrews" (London: Smith, Elder, & Co., 1882), p. 327 (facing).
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Captioned in pencil, "'Joseph Andrews' By IV Chap XIII 'Slipslop now approached her bed, and asked how her Ladyship did'"; on verso, "2704 Passepartout".
Provenance:
From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary:
Drawing shows Slipslop the maid standing at the bedside of Lady Booby.
Associated names:
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
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