The Rats Devour Bishop Hatto by Henry Marsh after John La Farge

Antique Fine Art Print for your consideration. The matted print measures approx. 9 inches X 12 inches. The print measures approx. 6 inches X 7 1/2 inches. American, early 20th Century. Photographic lithograph/facsimile after Henry Marsh (1826-1912) designed by John La Farge (1835-1910) for The Riverside Magazine for Young People, published by Hurd & Houghton, New York City. The artwork depicts the medieval German legend of the cruel Bishop Hatto, who hoarded grain during a famine, burned starving peasants in a barn, and was ultimately devoured by an army of avenging rats in the Rhine Mouse Tower. The print is matted; hinged adhesive tape opens to print and poem underneath. The poem is from Robert Southey’s 1799 gothic ballad, “God’s Judgment on a Wicked Bishop.”. A past collector carefully preserved and mounted the text strip directly beneath the image layout, creating a cohesive, museum-style narrative presentation. Very good antique condition. Shows beautiful, natural aging and minor wear commensurate with age. See photos. Displays intriguing!

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