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Alfred Bryan
1852-1899
Morley and G.O.M.
1880s?
Pen and black ink over graphite, on card stock.
8 1/4 x 7 inches (212 x 178 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2000
Notes: 

Lower left hand corner clipped with no loss to image

Inscription: 

Caption reads, "Morley & G.O.M." in pencil at foot; initialed "AB" by the artist at lower right; inscribed "J" in pencil on verso.

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

1/2 length caricature shows W.E. Gladstone standing behind John Morley with his hand on the former's shoulder as he speaks into his ear.

Associated names: 

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

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Artist page: 
Bryan, Alfred
School: 
British
Century: 
19th century
Classification: 
Drawing
Department: 
Drawings and Prints