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An Alphabet by William Nicholson, Y is for Yokel,

Published 1898

An Alphabet by William Nicholson, Y is for Yokel,

Published 1898

Nicholson was recommended by his friend, James McNeil Whistler to the publishers Heinemann as an original and expert wood-cut artist.  The relationship with the publisher was highly successful, establishing Nicholson’s reputation as an illustrator. Between 1897 and 1900 he illustrated five works: An AlphabetAn Almanac of Twelve Sports, Twelve PortraitsLondon Types, and The Square Book of Animals.

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Dimensions: 40.5cm (16") High, 36cm (14¼") Wide, 1.5cm (0½") Deep
Stock code: P01318 Y
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Published by R.H. Russell, New York, 1898 Framed in natural oak with cream mount.

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