#61 • 19th Century "In The Church Yard" Hand Colored Engraving

Part of Multi-Estate Auction at The Gallery (timed auction by Wardlow Auctions)

High bid $51.00

Status: Sold

Category: Antiques

Very nice early piece in gilt wood frame. Entitled "Tom Jones, assisting Molly Seagrim, In the Church Yard and Repelling her Adversaries". Tom rushing between Molly and her opponent, a whip in his raised hand, breaking up the fight caused by Molly wearing a fine dress to church, with others fighting in the background to right, the church to left and an open grave to right, of which the bones have been ransacked for weapons; in a roundel; coat-of-arms below image. Overall condition is very good showing minimal wear consistent with age. Framed size: 21"w x 22.5"h Exposed Area of Art size: 14.75"w x 15"h