Antique 19th Century Hand-Colored Engraving – "The Fair Sleeper" after Swayer, with Dog – Vernon Gallery Print

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This charming Victorian hand-colored engraving titled "The Fair Sleeper" captures a tranquil domestic scene of a young woman dozing gracefully … Read more This charming Victorian hand-colored engraving titled "The Fair Sleeper" captures a tranquil domestic scene of a young woman dozing gracefully on a striped armchair while a small spaniel dog watches attentively from her lap. Rendered in delicate pastel hues and fine line work, this print beautifully reflects the taste for intimate, sentimental subjects typical of 19th-century British art.

The image is captioned:
"The Fair Sleeper"
From the picture in the Vernon Gallery.

This engraving is based on an original painting by H. Wyatt and was engraved by G.A. Periam, a known British engraver active in the mid-19th century. Illustration for 'The Art Journal'.

Item Details:
Title: The Fair Sleeper
Artist (original painting): H. Wyatt (1794-1840)
Engraver: G.A. Periam
Publisher: Virtue & Co
Gallery Mentioned: From the picture in the Vernon Gallery
Date: Circa 1850–1860
Medium: Hand-colored engraving on paper
Style: Victorian genre scene / Sentimental Romanticism
Condition: Very good antique condition; light toning to the margins, slight crease at lower right corner, colors well-preserved
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Why It’s Special:
A beautiful example of Victorian sentimental art, ideal for collectors of 19th-century British prints, dog-themed art, or elegant home décor. The attention to textile detail and the gentle atmosphere make it especially appealing.

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