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Antique Arts Book, Royal Academy, Harry Furniss, English, Exhibition, Victorian

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This is an antique arts book, Royal Academy - An Artistic Joke by Harry Furniss. An English language, bound gallery exhibition catalogue, dating to the late Victorian period, 1888. A noted Anglo-Irish illustrator, Harry Furniss (1854 - 1925) provided content for the Illustrated London News, and later employed by the satirical magazine Punch. Furniss was also requested to illustrate Lewis Carroll's novel Sylvie and Bruno in 1889. Contributing well over 2000 illustrations to the cause, his most famous humorous works were for the aforementioned Punch magazine. Royal Academy - An Artistic Joke, is a work of 'pour rire' (in jest) featuring images in the spirit of sending up contemporary Victorian artists, and reproduced in this limited edition title alongside the illustrated catalogue. A large volume, intact with light markings throughout Limited edition example, being number 349 of 1000 Printed in English, with reproduction plates using the photogravure process A fascinating record of the corresponding exhibition at the Gainsborough Gallery, London Featuring a total of 87 reproduction plates in a broad range of styles This is a charming antique book of illustrations by Harry Furniss, titled Royal Academy - an Artistic Joke. Pleasingly illustrated throughout. Delivered ready to enjoy. Dimensions: Max Width: 28.5cm (11.25'') Max Depth: 7cm (2.75'') Max Height: 37.5cm (14.75'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.77 in (37.5 cm)Width: 11.23 in (28.5 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1888
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.99131stDibs: LU2645337890192
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