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George Du Maurier
1834-1896
The coat of the period / DM.
[London : s.n., 1870?]
wood engraving
image: 113 x 172 mm; sheet: 213 x 265 mm
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.1192
Notes
Caption continues: Gus (to his favorite sister). "Now, Cis, your candid opinion, and no humbug! How do you like this coat?" Cis. "Well, dear, since you appeal to my candour, I think that it would be none the worse for an additional flounce or two."
Title from published caption.
Proof of a wood engraving after an illustration by Du Maurier for Punch, Apr. 30, 1870, p. 172.
Title from published caption.
Proof of a wood engraving after an illustration by Du Maurier for Punch, Apr. 30, 1870, p. 172.
Provenance
From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary
Cartoon shows a young man in a very short, fitted coat admiring himself in a mirror, with two women seated behind him.
Associated names
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
Artist
Classification
Department
Century prints
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