vintage framed "a book of nonsense" by edward lear limerick
…edward lear’s (1812-1888) famous illustrated limerick, about a young lady and her bonnet. originally published in 1846, later colorized and expanded in following editions in the genre of victorian nonsense verse and illustrated limericks. below is the text copied from the image.
There was a Young Lady who’s bonnet, came untied when the birds sate upon it; But she said, “i don’t care! all the birds in the air, Are welcome to sit on my bonnet! ”
approx: 12” x 15.25”
condition: good, light wear
…edward lear’s (1812-1888) famous illustrated limerick, about a young lady and her bonnet. originally published in 1846, later colorized and expanded in following editions in the genre of victorian nonsense verse and illustrated limericks. below is the text copied from the image.
There was a Young Lady who’s bonnet, came untied when the birds sate upon it; But she said, “i don’t care! all the birds in the air, Are welcome to sit on my bonnet! ”
approx: 12” x 15.25”
condition: good, light wear

