Cruikshanks Watercolours ~ George Cruikshank

Cruikshanks Watercolours ~ George Cruikshank

Hard cover 
Very good condition but for some age discoloration (see photos)
First edition (c) 1903

Only 3000 copies were printed.

A rare treasure from the golden age of illustration, this beautifully bound 1903 first edition features 67 colour plates by the legendary George Cruikshank, famed illustrator for Dickens and satirical chronicler of Victorian society. Reproduced using the fine Carl Hentschel Colourtype Process, the watercolours capture pivotal scenes from Oliver Twist, The Misers Daughter, and depictions of Irish rebellioneach image paired with excerpts from the original texts.

With commentary by art historian Joseph Grego, this volume honors Cruikshanks legacy as the modern Hogarth. The hardcover is in very good condition, showing gentle age-related discoloration that adds character without compromising appeal.

📚 A collectible gem for anyone drawn to Dickensian themes, historical illustration, or limited-print vintage art books.

 The works span:

• Oliver Twist (27 watercolours)

• The Misers Daughter (20 watercolours)

• History of the Irish Rebellion and Emmetts Insurrection (20 watercolours)