Descend and Sing Antique Ink Drawing After Alexander Pope Poem charming carving There were a few different

There were a few different plate designs produced

perfect for hanging it up

It appears as if one of his feet may have been glue back in place at some point

and perfectly restrained

There is one small chip on the top edge of the woman book end

Descend and Sing Antique Ink Drawing After Alexander Pope Poem charming carving There were a few differentThis beautifully executed drawing, which I might guess dates to the earlyish 19th century, takes its inspiration from the poem by Alexander Pope reproduced below. It seems the nine descendants from heaven, who have come to sing, have gained some earthly company, as I count thirteen altogether here, seven I think for sure with the wings of angels, and it does look like nine with instruments in hand. It seems quite appropriate that it should have been