Initial letter “I”

W.M. Thackeray

1848

Wood engraving, probably by Joseph Swain

2 x 1½ inches

Illustration for Thackeray’s Vanity Fair, p.104.

Another image of vanity and delusion, with George contemplating his handsome desirability. The illustration links to several other designs which incorporate the mirror-motif.

Scanned image and text by Simon Cooke.

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