A collection of 20 proof states of the 27 prints after George Cruickshank used as illustrations for The Universal songster; or, Museum of mirth. Most are signed with Marshall's initials 'JRM', with two signed 'J.R. Marshall' and most identify the artist as 'G.C.' (i.e. George Cruikshank) or G. Cruikshank'. One print based on William Hogarth's "O the roast beef of Old England, &c." includes the attribution "From Hogarth by G.C."
Description:
Title devised by cataloger., The Universal songster; or, Museum of mirth was first issued by John Fairburn in weekly numbers beginning in 1825, and then shortly afterwards by Jones & Co.; see Cohn., Printed on india paper with three additional prints, all duplicate impressions on a different paper stock and all faulty. One duplicate plate is annotated in the top margin: "3 blocks by G. Ck. 9 blocks by RC. 1 block by [illegible]. Rimil 1863 r/m/. Out of Universal songster. Bone has the others.", Bound in calf gilt, all edges gilt; two auction records tipped on first blank., and For further information, consult library staff.
