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Illustration for Diary of A Nobody

Illustration
ca. 1888 (Made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This illustration to 'The Diary of a Nobody' shows the hero, Mr. Pooter, in his home. It is decorated with dome-covered wax flowers and a pair of Japanese fans on the mantle-piece, showing the popularity of the japanese influence in decor spread to the middle and lower classes.


Object details

Object type
TitleIllustration for Diary of A Nobody
Materials and techniques
pen and ink
Brief description
Illustration by Weedon Grossmith for Diary of A Nobody, ca. 1888.
Physical description
This illustration to 'The Diary of a Nobody' shows the hero, Mr. Pooter, in his home. It is decorated with dome-covered wax flowers and a pair of Japanese fans on the mantle-piece, showing the popularity of the japanese influence in decor spread to the middle and lower classes.
DimensionsMeasurements: 18.5 x 23.8 cm (irregular)
Subjects depicted
Collection
Accession number
E.613-1987

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Record createdDecember 15, 1999
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