PUBLISHER: London published Dec. 1, 1796 by R. Cribb, No. 288 Holborn.
MEDIUM: Stipple and line engraving,
DATE: 1796
EDITION SIZE: Image size 20 x 13 1/2" (506 x 342 mm).
DESCRIPTION: W. Hogarth pinxt. W. Nutter sculpt. Additional text reads, "To the Governors & Guardians of the Hospital, this print is humbly dedicated by their obedient humble servt. R. Cribb." <br><br> Captain Thomas Coram (c.1668 - 1751) created the London Foundling Hospital, which opened its doors in a temporary facility in Hatton Garden in 1741 and moved to a more permanent location in Bloomsbury the following year. Despite its name, the Foundling Hospital was an establishment intent on the care and education of orphaned children. Coram was also a supporter of the arts and the Foundling Hospital became the first art gallery to open to the public, featuring a number of Britain's contemporary artists. Its success led to the creation of several art societies within Britain and is believed to have even influenced the formation of the Royal Academy. Coram supported the musical arts, as well. George Frideric Handel, a British baroque composer, held concerts at the hospital for their benefit and generously donated a manuscript for their growing musical education.
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CONDITION: Good condition sabe for scattered foxing in margins.
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