Robert Smirke R.A. Pen And Ink Drawing A Classical Frieze Circa.1790 Colour Printed Mezzotint After an illustrious early career

After an illustrious early career as a dancer in Europe

Century Mezzotint Engravings By JJ Haid et Fils

Among his best known works is his only novel

He is thought to have visited Rome in 1679

"Dandies Sans-Sis-Sous" Hand coloured satirical etching by Charles Williams Published by Thomas Tegg Cheapside London Circa

Robert Smirke R.A. Pen And Ink Drawing A Classical Frieze Circa.1790 Colour Printed Mezzotint After an illustrious early careerRobert Smirke R. A 1753 1845. British School Late 18th. Century Pen ink and wash drawing design for a frieze with a river god and attendants. 19 by 9. 5 cms. To mounted image. 24 by 17 cms. Sheet overall. Faint architectural design to the reverse. Provenance: Christies 18 07 2012 Lot 785.