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John Tenniel
1820-1914
"Why is a raven like a writing-desk?"
Pencil.
Gift of Arthur A. Houghton, Jr., 1987.
2005.210
Notes: 

Preparatory drawing for "Alice in Wonderland". Housed in red morocco case.

Provenance: 
Arthur A. Houghton, Jr., Lewis Carroll Collection.
Associated names: 

Carroll, Lewis, 1832-1898. Alice's adventures in Wonderland.
Houghton, Arthur Amory, 1906-1990, former owner.

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Tenniel, John
School: 
British
Century: 
19th century
Classification: 
Drawing
Department: 
Drawings and Prints