An angel reading the inscription on the tombstone of William Woollett. Stipple engraving.
- Date:
- 1785
- Reference:
- 45223i
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Description
The angel holds a scroll listing the engraved works of Woollett, including Niobe, Phaeton, Wolfe, [battle of] la Hogue. The young angel to the left holds the downturned torch
Publication/Creation
1785
Physical description
1 print : stipple engraving in oval, printed in sanguine
Lettering
Lettering on the tombstone: Sacred to the mem[ory] of William Woo[llett]. Historical engraver to his Maj[esty]. Obit May 24, 1785
Reference
Wellcome Collection 45223i
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Location Status Access Closed stores