Handwritten copy of "Barney Maguire's History of the Coronation of Queen Victoria," a humorous poem. On the envelope: "written by Mr. Darby to Philip Corbet, 1837." Written in pencil on the back of the first page: "written to me by Mr. Darby. Copied out." This is likely in Corbet's hand. Francis Darby (1783-1850) was a foundry owner and art collector. Artist Philip Corbet painted his portrait one year after this was copied down for him. 5 pages, 8" x 5", Very Good condition with envelope.

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