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| Image | 1866-London-Warne-01-077 |
| Illustration No. | 1 |
| Illustrator | Arthur Boyd Houghton |
| Engraver | Dalziel Brothers |
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| Title Caption | The duchess was convulsed with laughter at Sancho's remonstrances and gare. |
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| Part | Part II, Madrid 1615 |
| Chapter | Chapter 32 |
| Subject |
32.3 Washing of beards episode |
| Illustration Type |
Vignette |
| Technique |
Wood engraving or Xylography |
| Color | Black and white |
| Volume | I |
| Page Number | 503 |
| Image Dimension | 119 x 101 |
| Page Dimension | 206 x 147 |
| Commentary | Excellent and detailed portrait of the Duchess.
Usual in Houghton's illustration, it is represented the effect of some action (the Duchess laughing), but not the cause of that effect (Sancho persecuted by the Ducke's servants that want to wash his beard), causing a curiosity only satisfied by the text. Drawing and engraving are very remarkable; notice the representation of the dress, cushions... |
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