Digging for Bait Aquatint by Thomas McLean

Description

Digging For Bait Aquatint by Thomas Mclean, a dry humorous shot at the tony middle-class's mishapps in nature. Surprised to encounter a nest of hornets as they dig by treestump. Humorous and sweet. The original edition is hand-colored in the early 1800s, in England. This image is numbered No. 4 to the upper right edge of the border. Framed under glass in original frame circa 1900. The size is 12.5" by 10.75" tall. The image is 9.5" by 11.5"

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Original frame circa 1900. the glass is cracked but easy to replace. Very good condition.

Dimensions:
Height: 10.75 in.
Width: 12.5 in.
Depth: 1 in.

Category: Original Prints
Origin: United Kingdom
Materials: Aquatint

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Original frame circa 1900. the glass is cracked but easy to replace. Very good condition.

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Digging for Bait Aquatint by Thomas McLean

Lot 0895

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