HOWARD PYLE (American, 1853-1911). Squire, Men of Iron book illustration, 1892. Oil on canvas board. 10.5 x 8 in.. Signe...

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HOWARD PYLE (American, 1853-1911)
Squire, Men of Iron book illustration, 1892
Oil on canvas board
10.5 x 8 in.
Signed lower right
This illustration appeared in Howard Pyle's book, Men of Iron, Harper and Brothers, 1892.

Caption: "'Belike thou sought to take this lad's life,' said Sir James."

This piece is reproduced as figure MBP11678 on page 505 of Volume II of Howard Pyle His Life -- His Work by Paul Preston Davis, Oak Knoll Press, 2004.

"While in training at the castle of the Earl of Macksworth, 16-year-old Myles Falworth discovers that his blind father has been condemned for treason. Now Myles must decide whether or not to risk battle -- and certain death -- to restore his family's honor."

More information about HOWARD PYLE. See also: Pyle, Howard, Howard Pyle Artist.

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