[John Rich; theatre; Beggars' Opera] Signature with some unexplained text. See image.
Author:
John Rich (1692–1761), important director and theatre manager in 18th-century London.
Publication details:
No place or date.
£450.00
SKU: 23678
Paper, 18 x 4cm, laid down on paper, 15 x 24cm, grubby, Signature of John Rich with note and a title[?], as follows: Mrs Rich's Ground | Mr Linley | 5 Guineas for Fülling | Jn. Rich. No illumination from Google. John Rich's signature and autograph apparently hen's teeth. Perhaps Rich is best remembered for the success of John Gay's Beggar's Opera and the 'invention' of Pantomime..