John Murphy (late 18th century), after Reinagle
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John Murphy (late 18th century), after Reinagle

The Perilous situation of Major Mony

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John Murphy (late 18th century), after Reinagle
The Perilous situation of Major Mony
mezzotint on laid paper, good impression with margins, published by J.Murphy, London, 1789
unframed
S. 21¼ x 25¾in. (54 x 65.5cm.)
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Lot Essay

Major Mony fell into the sea with his balloon on the 23rd July 1785, off the coast of Yarmouth. He was most providentially discovered and rescued by the Argus Sloop, having been in the water for five hours.

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