A collection of original caricatures by Robert Dighton, published 1792-1812
Description
Title from spine. Etching, several leaves watermarked 'Edmeades & Pine' and dated 1808 and 1807; sheet size 31.0 x 25.5 cm. Bound in early 19th century black half morocco, gilt-decorated spine, titled in gilt 'Characatures by Dighton', recased with original spine laid down. With the bookplate of James Barratt, Lymm Hall, inside front cover. For further information, consult library staff.
Provenance
Sold at Dominic Winter Auctions, 9 October 2020, lot 502. Purchased by The Lewis Walpole Library through Jarndyce, October 2020.