A view of Florence with the Duomo in the distance

Edward Lear (London 1812-1888 San Remo, Italy) A view of Florence with the Duomo in the distance signed and dated 'Edward Lear. del./1839.' (lower right) and inscribed 'Firenze.' (lower left) pencil, ochre wash, heightened with white (partly oxidized) on light green paper 9¼ x 13½ in. (23.4 x 34.2 cm.)