"Paddy on Horse-Back," on watermarked laid paper, published March 4, 1779 by W. Humphrey. A wild Irish immigrant is shown on the outskirts of London. Although unsigned, this is likely the first work published at Gillray's and the earliest work that can positively be identified as Gillray's. Matted in a modern gilt wood frame.

11.75 x 18 in. unframed

The Collection of Daisy Wade Bridges of Charlotte, NC

Browning to edges; light mat burn around the image; a few areas of foxing, pencil notations and old tape residue en verso.

$400 - 800