A mid eighteenth century reverse painted mezzotint laid down onto the glass, the verse to either side of the title explaining the scene………’Struggling Twixt Virtue and Desire, Accosted by a reverend Sire, behold this pretty Maid, How Young the Lass, Hold Old the Man, Who then to win by Gold’s his Plan, ……..
Sold by Ryland & Bryer, Engravers & Printsellers, at the Kings Arms Cornhill.
Within a period ‘Hogarth’ carved and ebonized frame. A few old repairs in the title band.
o.s:12.75 in x 16.75 in
Item Code: 5013
£ 395
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