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Cover design, Harry Coverdales Courtship
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Cover design, Harry Coverdales Courtship
Part-work cover design, Harry Coverdales Courtship and all that came of it, by Frank E Smedley, illustrated by Phiz (Hablot Knight Browne), Part 1, Price one shilling.
1854
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1850s 1854 Browne Courtship Coverdale Drawn Fiction Hablot Harry Knight Paternoster Phiz Price Shilling Vignettes Virtue Smedley
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This cover design for Part 1 of "Harry Coverdale's Courtship" by Frank E. Smedley, published in 1854, showcases the artistic collaboration between Smedley and the renowned illustrator Phiz, also known as Hablot Knight Browne. The image, drawn and illustrated by Phiz, depicts the title character, Harry Coverdale, standing outside a quaint English hall, gazing longingly at a woman named Virtue, who is situated within. The scene is set in the bustling Paternoster Row, a popular area in London known for its book and print sellers during the Victorian era. The cover design is characterized by its rich blue and black color palette, which adds to the romantic and intriguing atmosphere. The vignettes surrounding the central image offer glimpses into various scenes from the story, further piquing the reader's interest. The title and subtitle are elegantly displayed at the top and bottom of the cover, with the price of one shilling prominently displayed in the bottom right corner. "Harry Coverdale's Courtship" was a part-work publication, meaning it was released in installments, allowing readers to purchase each part as it was published. This cover design effectively enticed potential readers with its beautiful illustration and intriguing storyline, making it a must-have addition to any Victorian literature or fiction collection.
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