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The Billet Doux, [The Love Letter]

The Billet Doux, [The Love Letter]

Engraved by F.C. Lewis from a picture by G.S. Newton in the possession of Watson Taylor Esqr.
London, Published by Mr. F.C. Lewis, 12, Charlotte Street, Rathbone Place, 1827.
Stipple with etching and some aquatint, india paper; 285 x 205mm. 11¼ x 8". A fine impression; trace of crease through lower right corner.
A young woman contemplating the contents of the valentine she holds in her left hand; balustrade behind and a ship at sea in the background. Four lines of verse below title. After Gilbert Stuart Newton (1794 - 1835).
From the Encombe Collection, Lord Eldon.
[Ref: 21652]  £80.00


 

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