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Lot 376: Supplement to The Graphic Christmas Number 1888 Up and Down after W. L. Thomas R.I.
A Victorian large-format colour chromolithograph supplement issued with the Christmas edition of The Graphic newspaper in 1888. The print comprises two sentimental narrative panels after paintings by William Luson Thomas, R.I. (1830 to 1900). The lower panel, titled Down, illustrates a young girl confined to bed with a collie dog at her side. The corresponding verse states: And though he woos with many a wistful wile, / Her dearest friend can scarce provoke a smile. The upper panel, titled Up, depicts the girl recovered, seated and playing with a doll while embracing the dog. The verse states: But mark the change! When Health resumes its reign, / Dolly is clasped in loving arms again;. Printed text in the margins identifies the publication as SUPPLEMENT TO THE GRAPHIC CHRISTMAS NUMBER, 1888 and attributes the work: FROM THE PAINTING BY W. L. THOMAS, R.I.
Condition report:
The item is a single sheet with a vertical central fold line as issued. Visible creasing is present at the edges and corners. Light foxing and spotting are evident in the margins, particularly on the left side. The colours of the illustrations remain vibrant. No professional restoration or third-party grading is present.
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