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William Small
1843-1929
"The whole town hath known it this half year"
1882
Black ink and wash, on cardstock.
7 7/16 x 5 1/16 inches (189 x 129 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2075
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. 13 (facing).

Inscription: 

In pencil on verso, "2699 Passepartout".

Provenance: 
From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary: 

Drawing shows Lady Booby walking arm in arm in the street with her footman, Joseph Andrews.

Associated names: 

Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.

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Small, William
School: 
British
Century: 
19th century
Classification: 
Drawing
Department: 
Drawings and Prints