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Mr Moss in the character of Caleb

Print
1787 (published)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Print, 'Mr Moss in the character of Caleb', by Kay, London , 1787, Harry Beard Collection.


Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleMr Moss in the character of Caleb (assigned by artist)
Materials and techniques
Engraving on paper
Brief description
Print, 'Mr Moss in the character of Caleb', by Kay, London, 1787, Harry Beard Collection
Physical description
Engraving of Mr. Moss on stage, in costume. Lyrics and music to "I'm the Dady O. He would be a soldier" are printed below.
Dimensions
  • Height: 25.5cm
  • Width: 18.5cm
Credit line
Harry R. Beard Collection, given by Isobel Beard.
Summary
Print, 'Mr Moss in the character of Caleb', by Kay, London , 1787, Harry Beard Collection.
Other number
Collection
Accession number
S.1643-2013

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Record createdMay 7, 2013
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