Augustus Edwin Mulready
Title: A London Newsboy
Medium: Oil on Board
Dimensions: 22.5 x 14.5 cm
Condition Report: Overall good condition. Signed lower right, signed and titled on reverse.

"A London Newsboy" is a poignant vertical composition that captures a young newsboy in the heart of London, holding up the day’s newspaper with its bold, large-font headline visible to passersby. Mulready’s attention to detail and emotion shines through in this intimate portrayal of a street scene, bringing to life the everyday struggles and resilience of London's working-class youth.

About the Artist:
Augustus Edwin Mulready (d. 1904) was an English genre painter celebrated for his evocative depictions of London street scenes, often focusing on urchins, flower-sellers, and the working poor. His works are known for their narrative quality and compassionate portrayal of urban life.