The Tempter

Sir John Tenniel British

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Tenniel's drawing for a satirical print published in the periodical "Punch" on November 27, 1886 shows a thin, desperate man unable to find work at the edge of a cliff with Death tempting him to jump.

The Tempter, Sir John Tenniel (British, London 1820–1914 London), Graphite

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66.618.12 (1): Graphite drawing for "The Tempter"

The Tempter, Sir John Tenniel (British, London 1820–1914 London), Graphite
The Tempter, Sir John Tenniel (British, London 1820–1914 London), Graphite

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