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Dutch Artist David Wilkie "Guess My Name"

By mrysantoyo, 1 July, 2010
Description

At bottom of paper it says: London Published January 1, 1829 by Mefsr Moon Boys & Graves Pall Mall.
There is an emblem that includes a unicorn coming out of a crown, on top of a coat of arms decorated with 3 seashells and 2 upward pointing chevrons.
Also in the bottom left it says: printed by W. Queen (the font size is so small it is barely visible).
The overall size is 15inches by 20inches. It has been framed in glass without a matt. It also has a wooden frame that has been laquered in brown.
There is more text on the print: On the bottom right it says Engraved by Edw. Smith. On the left it says Painted by D. Wilkie, R.A.

Category
Fine Art
Medium
paper
Distinguishing marks
Has emblem at bottom of print: Unicorn Head coming out of crown, atop a coat of arms? with 3 seashells and two chevrons
Condition
Fair
Size and dimensions of this item
15" x 20"
Date Period
1829 Engraving by Edward Smith
Weight
dk
History
I got it in Onion Creek subdivision, near Austin TX , A family was getting rid of some "antiques". It looks like the real thing, but I'm trying to find out more.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
free
For Sale?
No
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