Lear, Edward,1812-1888. Edward Lear drawings of animals and birds, ca. 1831-1836 (MS Typ 55.12): Guide.

creator Lear, Edward,1812-1888.

Title: Edward Lear drawings of animals and birds,

Dates: ca. 1831-1836.

Abstract: Drawings of animals and birds by English artist, Edward Lear.

Extent: 1 album in 1 box (.25 linear ft.)

Language: Collection materials are in English.

Identification: MS Typ 55.12

Location: pf

Administrative Information

42M-205pf. Gift of W. B. O. Field; received: 1942.

Item (57) removed and recataloged at: Typ 805L.37d.

Processed by: Bonnie B. Salt

Preferred Citation for Publication:

Edward Lear Drawings of Animals and Birds, ca. 1831-1836 (MS Typ 55.12). Houghton Library, Harvard University.

Access restricted. Consult curator of the Dept. of Printing and Graphic Arts for permission to consult.

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Edward Lear (1812-1888) was an English artist and author.

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An album (61 x 41 cm.) of 60 drawings in ink, graphite, Chinese white, wash, and watercolor on paper. Also includes color samples, autograph manuscript notes by Lear, sketches, and a few lithographs. Album is in a red cloth box.

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Arranged as bound in album.

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