A Series of Original Portraits and Caricature Etchings, Volume 2, part 2

This collection of sixty etchings by Scottish artist John Kay offers a fascinating glimpse into the everyday life and culture of eighteenth-century Edinburgh. Kay's portraits and caricatures capture the distinctive personalities and fashions of the city's inhabitants, from the aristocracy to the working poor. Accompanied by detailed descriptions and anecdotes, these images provide a richly textured view of a bygone era. This book will appeal to anyone interested in the history of art, popular culture, and urban life.

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