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Hand Coloured Etching Collection

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Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Honi. Soi. Qui. Mal. Y. Pense: The Caricature Shop of G. Humphrey, 27 St. James

Honi. Soi. Qui. Mal. Y. Pense: The Caricature Shop of G. Humphrey, 27 St. Jamess Street, London, August 12, 1821

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Ald Wood in the Character of Paul Pry, 1826. Creator: Isaac Robert Cruikshank

Ald Wood in the Character of Paul Pry, 1826. Creator: Isaac Robert Cruikshank
Ald Wood in the Character of Paul Pry, 1826

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: The Spanish Bull Fight, or The Corsican Matador in Danger, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1808

The Spanish Bull Fight, or The Corsican Matador in Danger, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1808 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO191275 The Spanish Bull Fight, or The Corsican Matador in Danger, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1808 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: The Arms of France

The Arms of France
2911030 The Arms of France by Gillray, James (1757-1815); (add.info.: 1803 Hand-coloured etching titled The Arms of France by James Gillray (1751-1815)

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: The Hand-Writing Upon the Wall

The Hand-Writing Upon the Wall
2911029 The Hand-Writing Upon the Wall by Gillray, James (1757-1815); (add.info.: 1804 Hand-coloured etching and aquatint titled The Hand-Writing Upon the Wall by James Gillray (1751-1815)

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Waggoners Frocks or No Bodys of 1795, August 4, 1795. Creator: Anon

Waggoners Frocks or No Bodys of 1795, August 4, 1795. Creator: Anon
Waggoners Frocks or No Bodys of 1795, August 4, 1795

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: King Henry IV, ca. 1827. Creator: William Heath

King Henry IV, ca. 1827. Creator: William Heath
King Henry IV, ca. 1827

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: The Royal Allied Oak and Self-Created Mushroom Kings, May 29, 1815

The Royal Allied Oak and Self-Created Mushroom Kings, May 29, 1815

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Modern Oddities by P. Pry Esq. Plate 1st: The Sleeves Curiously Cut, Ay There s

Modern Oddities by P. Pry Esq. Plate 1st: The Sleeves Curiously Cut, Ay There s
Modern Oddities by P. Pry Esq. Plate 1st: The Sleeves Curiously Cut, Ay Theres the Villainy - vide Shakespeare, June 30, 1829

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Theatrical Pleasures, Plate 2: Contending for a Seat, ca. 1835. Creator: Theodore Lane

Theatrical Pleasures, Plate 2: Contending for a Seat, ca. 1835. Creator: Theodore Lane
Theatrical Pleasures, Plate 2: Contending for a Seat, ca. 1835

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: O Tempora, O Mores!, December 1799. Creator: Samuel Alken

O Tempora, O Mores!, December 1799. Creator: Samuel Alken
O Tempora, O Mores!, December 1799

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Locomotion: Walking by Steam, Riding by Steam, Flying by Steam, ca. 1830

Locomotion: Walking by Steam, Riding by Steam, Flying by Steam, ca. 1830

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Caricature Shop of Piercy Roberts, 28 Middle Row, Holborn, 1801. Creator: Piercy Roberts

Caricature Shop of Piercy Roberts, 28 Middle Row, Holborn, 1801. Creator: Piercy Roberts
Caricature Shop of Piercy Roberts, 28 Middle Row, Holborn, 1801

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: The Repository of Arts, Literature, Commerce, Manufactures, Fashions, and Pol

The Repository of Arts, Literature, Commerce, Manufactures, Fashions, and Politics, 1st series, vol. 1, January-June 1809. [Fabric samples]

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Dandies in Rotten Row, January 21, 1819. Creator: William Heath

Dandies in Rotten Row, January 21, 1819. Creator: William Heath
Dandies in Rotten Row, January 21, 1819

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Long Thomas and Mad-le G-d Going to the Pantheon in Their Natural Masks, May 1, 1773

Long Thomas and Mad-le G-d Going to the Pantheon in Their Natural Masks, May 1, 1773

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Botheration, Dec. 17, 1793. Creator: Samuel Alken

Botheration, Dec. 17, 1793. Creator: Samuel Alken
Botheration, Dec. 17, 1793

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Implements Animated, Pl. 1, Dedicated to the Carpenters and Gardeners of Great Britain

Implements Animated, Pl. 1, Dedicated to the Carpenters and Gardeners of Great Britain, 1811

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Imperial Botany - or a Peep at Josephines Collection of English Exoticks, vide t

Imperial Botany - or a Peep at Josephines Collection of English Exoticks, vide the Champion Jany 30, 1814, March 1, 1814. Attributed to Charles Williams. Also attributed to George Cruikshank

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: The Margate Hoy, January 12, 1795. Creator: Charles Catton the Younger

The Margate Hoy, January 12, 1795. Creator: Charles Catton the Younger
The Margate Hoy, January 12, 1795

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Elephantine Performances, pub. C. 1854 (hand coloured etching)

Elephantine Performances, pub. C. 1854 (hand coloured etching)

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Montpellier Rotunda, Cheltenham, 1833

Montpellier Rotunda, Cheltenham, 1833
Montpellier Rotunda, Cheltenham, pub. 1833 (hand coloured etching)

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Consular Coachmanship!!, 1803

Consular Coachmanship!!, 1803
Consular Coachmanship!!, pub. By William Holland, May 22, 1803 (hand coloured engraving)

Background imageHand Coloured Etching Collection: Auctioneer & Lawyer, Auctioneer Knocking Down a Bad Lot, early 19th century

Auctioneer & Lawyer, Auctioneer Knocking Down a Bad Lot, early 19th century. [Kings Columbian Jester]


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"Hand-Coloured Etching: A Glimpse into Artistic Mastery and Satirical Wit" Step into the world of hand-coloured etchings, where artistry meets humor and social commentary. Honi. Soi. Qui. Mal. Y. Pense: The Caricature Shop of G. Humphrey, 27 St. James takes us back to a bustling shop in London during the early 19th century. Intriguingly titled The Spanish Bull Fight, or The Corsican Matador in Danger, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1808 showcases the vibrant colors meticulously added by skilled artists to bring life to this captivating scene. The Arms of France proudly display their heraldry through delicate strokes and carefully chosen hues, symbolizing power and nobility. Discovering hidden messages within art becomes an exciting endeavor with pieces like The Hand-Writing Upon the Wall, where cryptic inscriptions invite viewers to decipher their meaning. Waggoners Frocks or No Bodys of 1795 transports us back to August 4th as we witness anonymous creators capturing society's quirks through playful illustrations that have stood the test of time. King Henry IV emerges from ca. 1827 courtesy of William Heath's artistic prowess; his masterful use of color breathes life into historical figures while adding depth to their stories. The Royal Allied Oak and Self-Created Mushroom Kings transport us back to May 29th, 1815 - a visual representation celebrating unity amidst political turmoil with its vivid palette and intricate detailing. William Heath strikes again with The Rival Richards or Sheakspear in Danger on May 18th, 1814 - a satirical masterpiece showcasing his ability to blend humor seamlessly with skillful craftsmanship. Modern Oddities by P. Pry Esq. , Plate 1st.