Thoughts on Matrimony (Cupid's Whirligig)

Engraver William Ward British

Designed and published by John Raphael Smith British

May 25, 1786

Not on view

Artwork Details

Title: Thoughts on Matrimony (Cupid's Whirligig)
Engraver: William Ward (British, London 1766–1826 London)
Artist: Designed and published by John Raphael Smith (British, baptized Derby 1751–1812 Doncaster)
Date: May 25, 1786
Medium: Stipple engraving, printed in color; third state of three
Dimensions: Plate: 10 3/16 × 8 3/16 in. (25.8 × 20.8 cm)
Sheet: 11 7/16 × 9 5/8 in. (29 × 24.4 cm)
Classification: Prints
Credit Line: Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1953
Object Number: 53.600.310
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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