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1827 Hand Colored Engraving "A Splitting Headache" by M. Egerton / M.E. Esq.

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This is a wonderful Georgian era, 1820's Cartoon of a Gentleman with a "Splitting Headache". 
Below the title is written: "Oh my poor head!_ How it_ does_ throb!!"
It is a hand colored engraving on paper in a period frame with spline construction, and early cut nails. 

The hook on the back might have originally been on the top, as was the style in that tine. 

Across the bottom of the illustration is written:
Drawn by M.E. Esq.  Published April 1827 by T. Gillard, 40 Strand. 

In the bottom right of the illustration itself is signed: "Etch by HC"

This is a very personality filled piece of art, with lots of Georgian era character, down to the furniture and dresser items. 

Approx. Dimensions:

Height: 16 1/8"
Width: 14 1/2"
Depth: 1"

Condition:

In good age related condition. Looks like it has never been removed from from, as the nails are in original location on back. Some scuffs throughout, and other minor age related wear. Overall in good shape, please see photos for complete description. 

Loc. F 

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