1872 Wood Engraving William Makepeace Thackeray Crabs Yellowplush Costume XGCA9 XGAG1 airplanes and more

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1872 Wood Engraving William Makepeace Thackeray Crabs Yellowplush Costume XGCA9 XGAG1 airplanes and moreThis is an original 1872 black and white wood engraving of a sketch by English novelist William Makepeace Thackeray (1811 1863) entitled "Lord Crabs Bestows one the Ladies his Parting Benediction." This was a scene from Thackeray's Yellowplush Papers, which were comic sketches about the life and times of early 19th century footman Charles Yellowplush. CONDITION This 139+ year old Item is rated Near Mint Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases.