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Facts

Born September 1824 • London • England
Died December 11, 1883 (aged 59) • London • England

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Doyle, Richard: The Fairy Queen's Messenger
A musical elf with wings sits on the ground teaching a colorful group of birds to sing, surrounded by greenery. Color print by Richard Doyle.
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