Grosvenor Prints

[A Boycotted Puppy]
Painted by Frank Paton [pencil signature], engraved by W. Redaway
Published by E.E. Leggatt, December 10th 1881
Etching, artists proof, signed by the artist, limited to 150. Remarque. 330 x 290mm
A puppy being stared down by a frog.
[Ref: 4564] £380.00

[Collie.] 'Eclipse'.
Painted by Frank Paton. Engraved by J.B. Pratt.
London Published 2nd Jany. 1888. by E.E. Leggatt. 62 Cheapside_ Knoedler & Co. New York.
Mixed method engaving. 635 x 785mm. Small area of wear in left background.
[Ref: 4568] £320.00

[The Dismemberment of a Turkey.]
Painted by Frank Paton, engraved by W. Redaway signed in pencil by both.
London Published April 2nd 1883 by E.E. Leggatt, 46 Fenchurch Street EC.
Etching, artists proof, limited to 75. Remarque "Turkey chasing away puppies". 330 x 330mm.
Frank Paton (1856-1909)
[Ref: 4567] £380.00

E.E. Leggatt. From Messrs Agnew & Sons.
Frank Paton 1884. [signed in pencil.]
Rare etching. Plate: 190 x 260mm (7½ x 10¼''), with large margins. Slight foxing.
A night scene in Cheapside in which two large men in classical armour and laurel wreaths, and a winged figure with a scythe, stand outside a fine art gallery. One of the large figures chases a policeman down the street.
[Ref: 50402] £190.00 (£228.00 incl.VAT)

[Dick (A Fox Terrier).]
Frank Paton. Joseph B. Pratt. [Pencil signatures]
[Published by E.E.Leggatt, Wednesday 22nd December, 1886.]
Mezzotint on india paper. One of 275 signed proofs. PSA blind stamp. 530 x 530mm.
A male fox terrier.
Printsellers: p. 89. Ex: Collection of The Hon. C. Lennox-Boyd.
[Ref: 4566] £550.00

Paddy.
Painted by Frank Paton. Engraved by J.B.Pratt. Printed by A.Holdgate.
London. Published June 1st 1898, by Leggatt Brothers, 62 Cheapside E.C.
Mixed-mthod engraving. 550 x 440mm. Slight spotting in print area.
An Irish Terrier.
[Ref: 4572] £450.00

British Interests.
Frank Paton [pencil signature].
Published by Leggatt Bro.s., 62 Cheapside, London, E.C., 1899.
Engraving, small margins; signed by the artist. 205 x 260mm (8 x 10¼").
A bulldog, Scottish Terrier & Irish Terrier take exception to the arrival of a poodle. The eight remarques are on a similar theme of 'interest', with 'Compound interest', 'no interest', etc. Frank Paton (1855-1909), best known for his paintings of animals and scenes of rural life. This print is from his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909, costing half-a-guinea each. Each year a number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton.
[Ref: 31339] £80.00 (£96.00 incl.VAT)

Eight Above the Line.
Frank Paton [pencil signature].
Published by Leggatt Bro.s., 62 Cheapside & 30 St James's St, London, 1907.
Engraving, small margins, signed by the artist. 205 x 260mm (8 x 10¼").
Eight grouse flying over a farmland, one just being shot, the title being a reference to card-playing. The eight remarques are on a similar theme, with fish being 'Two under the line', a fleeing bookmaker saying 'I Leave it to You Partner', a golfer snapping his clubs, etc. Frank Paton (1855-1909), best known for his paintings of animals and scenes of rural life. This print is from his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909, costing half-a-guinea each. Each year a number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton.
[Ref: 31338] £90.00 (£108.00 incl.VAT)

Royal and Ancient (St. Andrews 1798).
Frank Paton. [signed in pencil].
Published by Leggatt Bros, 62 Cheapside, London. 1894.
Etching, signed by the artist. 200 x 265mm (8 x 10½").
The green at St. Andrews with a golfer about to putt. The scene is surrounded by vignettes satirising golfing terms. Frank Paton (1856-1909) was a successful artist during his lifetime and could even count Queen Victoria as an admirer of his work. He is perhaps most widely known for his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909. They were intended to be a cut above the average Christmas card and sold for half a guinea each. Their format became quite formulaic over the years. A central subject reflecting the title of the print was usually complemented by a series of often humorous sketches around its border. A number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton.
See: Ref 56053
[Ref: 58000] £350.00

''A Meeting of the Unemployed''.
Frank Paton. [signed in pencil].
Published by E.C. Leggatt, 62 Cheapside, London. 1886.
Etching, signed by the artist. 200 x 265mm (8 x 10½").
Fox hunters gather outside a country inn. The scene is surrounded by satirical vignettes. Frank Paton (1856-1909) was a successful artist during his lifetime and could even count Queen Victoria as an admirer of his work. He is perhaps most widely known for his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909. They were intended to be a cut above the average Christmas card and sold for half a guinea each. Their format became quite formulaic over the years. A central subject reflecting the title of the print was usually complemented by a series of often humorous sketches around its border. A number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton.
[Ref: 56538] £120.00 (£144.00 incl.VAT)

The Ordeal by Fire.
Frank Paton [pencil signature].
Published by Leggatt Bro.s., 62 Cheapside E.C. 1895.
Engraving, small margins; signed by the artist. 205 x 260mm (8 x 10¼"). Ink spot in sky.
Grouse shooting in moorland. The eight remarques are puns on a shooting theme, two dark coloured men playing cards being 'Black Game', two old ladies cooking eggs being 'Old Poachers', etc. Frank Paton (1855-1909), best known for his paintings of animals and scenes of rural life. This print is from his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909, costing half-a-guinea each. Each year a number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton.
[Ref: 31343] £90.00 (£108.00 incl.VAT)

Our Grandfathers' Hobbies.
Frank Paton [pencil signature].
Published by Leggatt Bro.s., 62 Cheapside E.C. 1898.
Engraving, small margins; signed by the artist. 205 x 260mm (8 x 10¼").
The central image is a copy of William Mason's painting 'A Country Racecourse', published 1786. The ten remarques are other pursuits: gambling, badger-baiting, bare-knuckle boxing, billiards, etc. Frank Paton (1855-1909), best known for his paintings of animals and scenes of rural life. This print is from his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909, costing half-a-guinea each. Each year a number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton.
[Ref: 31344] £80.00 (£96.00 incl.VAT)

[Two Puppies] A Merry Christmas.
Frank Paton. [signed in pencil].
[London: E.C. Leggatt, c.1880.]
Etching, signed by the artist. 200 x 265mm (8 x 10½").
Two puppies in a barn, with a bowl of Turkey bones. The scene is surrounded by satirical vignettes of Christmas, dogs and cats. Frank Paton (1856-1909) was a successful artist during his lifetime and could even count Queen Victoria as an admirer of his work. He is perhaps most widely known for his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909. They were intended to be a cut above the average Christmas card and sold for half a guinea each. A number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton. Between 1880-85 the cards did not have a specific title
[Ref: 56539] £130.00 (£156.00 incl.VAT)

Ye Seven Champions of Christendom Wish You A Right Merrie Christmas.
Frank Paton. [signed in pencil].
[London: E.C. Leggatt, c.1880.]
Etching, signed by the artist. 200 x 265mm (8 x 10½").
Seven different breeds of dog (representing Holland, Russia, Italy, Switzerland, Germany England & France) with a sword and gauntlets. Around the image are satitrical remarques about Christmas, including a snowball fight and Father Christmas pictured in the margin. Frank Paton (1856-1909) was a successful artist during his lifetime and could even count Queen Victoria as an admirer of his work. He is perhaps most widely known for his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909. They were intended to be a cut above the average Christmas card and sold for half a guinea each. A number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton.
[Ref: 56540] £130.00 (£156.00 incl.VAT)

[Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.] Recollections of a Record Reign
Frank Paton [pencil signature].
Published by Leggatt Bro.s., 62 Cheapside E.C. 1898.
Engraving, small margins; signed by the artist. 205 x 260mm (8 x 10¼").
A coach passing through Temple Bar, London. It had been dismantled very carefully in 1878 and was rebuilt in Paternoster Square in 2004. The central image is surrounded by vignettes representing each year of Victoria's reign until 1896, the year of her Diamond Jubilee. These include: portraits of Prince Albert, Wellington, Disraeli, Dickens, W.C. Grace; buildings including St Paul's Cathedral, the Forth Railway Bridge and the Crystal Palace; and inventions including chlorogorm for surgery, dynamite, telephones and bicycles. Frank Paton (1855-1909), best known for his paintings of animals and scenes of rural life. This print is from his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909, costing half-a-guinea each. Each year a number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton.
[Ref: 31345] £65.00 (£78.00 incl.VAT)

''A Deep Dream of Peace''. (Leigh Hunt.)
Frank Paton. [signed in pencil].
[London: E.C. Leggatt, c.1880.]
Etching, signed by the artist. 200 x 265mm (8 x 10½").
A pair of terrier puppies asleep on a carpet with a ripped-up map of South Africa. The scene is surrounded by satirical vignettes of soldiers in South Africa, returning from war and indulging in sports, including polo, shooting, hunting, racing and coaching. A Victoria Cross is also illustrated. Frank Paton (1856-1909) was a successful artist during his lifetime and could even count Queen Victoria as an admirer of his work. He is perhaps most widely known for his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909. They were intended to be a cut above the average Christmas card and sold for half a guinea each. A number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton. Between 1880-85 the cards did not have a specific title
[Ref: 58038] £130.00 (£156.00 incl.VAT)

[Three kittens] A Merry Christmas.
Frank Paton. [signed in pencil].
[London: E.C. Leggatt, c.1880.]
Etching, signed by the artist. 200 x 265mm (8 x 10½").
Three kittens climbing out of a basket. The scene is surrounded by satirical vignettes of Christmas. Ballet dancer & Harlequin pictured in the margin. Frank Paton (1856-1909) was a successful artist during his lifetime and could even count Queen Victoria as an admirer of his work. He is perhaps most widely known for his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909. They were intended to be a cut above the average Christmas card and sold for half a guinea each. A number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton. Between 1880-85 the cards did not have a specific title
[Ref: 56543] £130.00 (£156.00 incl.VAT)

Rough and Ready.
Frank Paton [pencil signature].
London, Published Nov.r 17.th 1888 by E.E. Leggatt, 62, Cheapside E.C.
Etching, signed by the artist in pencil. 210 x 260mm (8¼ x 10¼"). Some paper toning.
Three terriers ratting in a hayloft. surrounded by remarques including: a football game; at the barbers; training a dog to jump through a hoop; handing out seasick bowls aboard a steam ship; a bureau de change; a bear hunting a city gent; horse racing; and actors admiring their costume in a mirror. A rare early image of Association Football. Frank Paton (1856-1909) was best known for his paintings and etchings of animals and scenes of rural life.
[Ref: 56053] £230.00 (£276.00 incl.VAT)

The Start for the Meet - 1882. The Quorn Pack Huntsman & Whips leaving the old Kennels at Quorn,
[Frank Paton & W.E. Cooke]
Printed in Paris. 1882 [ Boussod Valadon & Co. Publishers, Successors to Goupil & Co. Paris_London]
Photogravure. 560 x 760mm.
[Ref: 4574] £420.00

"They Won't be Happy Till They Get 'Em."
Frank Paton [pencil signature.] G.Yates Carrington /88 [in plate].
London, Published May 17th 1889 by E.E.Leggatt, 62 Cheapside, E.C.
Rare etching. 285 x 355mm (11¼ x 14").
The central image of two terriers either side of a guinea pig's hutch is surrounded by nine vignette scenes. One of these is a cricket match, a scoreboard inscribed with the scores of the opening batsmen: 302 and 189 runs for numbers 1 and 2 respectively. Frank Paton (1856 - 1909) was a successful artist during his lifetime and could even count Queen Victoria as an admirer of his work. He is perhaps most widely known for his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909. They were intended to be a cut above the average Christmas card and sold for half a guinea each. Their format became quite formulaic over the years. A central subject reflecting the title of the print was usually complemented by a series of often humorous sketches around its border. A number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton, as here. A cricketing item.
[Ref: 19188] £220.00 (£264.00 incl.VAT)

"They Won't be Happy Till They Get 'Em."
[Etched by Frank Paton.] G.Yates Carrington /88
[London, Published May 17th 1889 by E.E.Leggatt, 62 Cheapside, E.C.]
Rare etching. 285 x 355mm (11¼ x 14"). Various repaired tears not in the cricket image.
The central image of two terriers either side of a guinea pig's hutch is surrounded by nine vignette scenes. One of these is a cricket match, a scoreboard inscribed with the scores of the opening batsmen: 302 and 189 runs for numbers 1 and 2 respectively. Frank Paton (1856 - 1909) was a successful artist during his lifetime and could even count Queen Victoria as an admirer of his work. He is perhaps most widely known for his series of etched Christmas cards published annually by Edward Ernest Leggatt from 1880 until Paton's death in 1909. They were intended to be a cut above the average Christmas card and sold for half a guinea each. Their format became quite formulaic over the years. A central subject reflecting the title of the print was usually complemented by a series of often humorous sketches around its border. A number of the prints would be sent from the printers to be signed in pencil by Paton, as here. A cricketing item.
[Ref: 60117] £180.00 (£216.00 incl.VAT)

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