[Artwork for Merrymount Press's altar book for Episcopal Church] [graphic]. [between 1893-1896]

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[Artwork for Merrymount Press's altar book for Episcopal Church] [graphic]. [between 1893-1896]

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Contains drawings and proofs that were used in the publication and two that were rejected by D.B. Updike, because of their delicacy (Cf. Acquired tastes). Scenes depicted include the crucification, the presentation of the Magi, the resurrection, the annunciation, Moses and the serpent, and the apostles with Mary Magdalene.

9 drawings : 8 brush, pen and ink, b&w, 1 in graphite ; 40 x 30 cm., or smaller.5 prints : lithographs, b&w ; 40 x 30 cm., or smaller.

Boston Athenaeum

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