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The Potter and his Ass

Print
ca. 1810-40 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Etching on copper, printed on India paper, depicting a potter and his horse. Working proof before letters, with the background added in pencil.


Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleThe Potter and his Ass (assigned by artist)
Materials and techniques
Etching on copper, printed on India paper
Brief description
Etching by Abraham Cooper entitled 'The Potter and his Ass'. Great Britain, ca. early 19th century.
Physical description
Etching on copper, printed on India paper, depicting a potter and his horse. Working proof before letters, with the background added in pencil.
Dimensions
  • Height: 4.8125in
  • Width: 5.875in
Dimensions taken from departmental notes
Credit line
Given by John Sheepshanks
Subjects depicted
Collection
Accession number
FA.408

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Record createdJanuary 11, 2013
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