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Clark, John Heaviside (probably Scotland 1771/2 – Edinburgh 1863, 1802-32 in London). Greenland Seal Catching. Before imposing icebergs a hunter amidst of a wave in his kayak raising to harpoon two seals. Aquatint by M. Dubourg (before 1786 – after 1838) in its  original  colouring. Inscribed: J. H. Clark Del. / Published & Sold May 1st. 1813, by Edwd. Orme, Bond Street, London. / M. Dubourg Sculpt., otherwise as before. 18.2 x 22.8 cm.

John Heaviside Clark, Greenland Seal Catching

Tooley 224, 94; Thieme-Becker VII, 48 f. – From the 1st edition of FOREIGN FIELD SPORTS completed in 1814 , Schwerdt I (1928), 177 ff.: “The coloured plates … are fine, both as regards draughtsmanship and colouring … ”. – On Whatman-paper of 1811.
Offer no. 11,765 / EUR  97. (c. US$ 142.) + shipping

 


 

“ Sir, yes, (the Rubens) is closer to the one in London (recte Dresden), but the one we have is on copper. Thank you for your time. Highest regards, D… A… (and yes America could use a blessing about now) ”

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