This 1825 etching is based on a drawing by M. Egerton.  The engraver was George Hunt, who also published it in partnership with Henry Pyall.  Pyall & Hunt were in partnership for only 2 years: 1824-1825.  M. Egerton was actively supplying drawings to London print shops between 1820-1829. 

The full name of this double etching is “A Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year in London…The Same To You Sir, & Many Of ‘em”.  It depicts two people greeting each other on a cold and blustery winter’s day in 19th century London.   The colors are still rich and vibrant and the overall condition is excellent.  Notice the comedic detail of the characters in the background, particularly those on the roof, shoveling snow onto the poor passers-by! The overall dimensions of each is approx 9 x 13 inches.