Thomas Kirk (1765–1797)
Noted English artist, book illustrator and engraver of the late 18th century.(Wikipedia)
From our stacks: Illustrations 1.“Some pleasing meadow pregnant Beauty prest She laid her infant on its flow’ry breast. Painted by T. Kirk. Engraved by Meadows.” 2.”Parnel. The Cows neglectful of their pasture stand By turns obsequious to the milker’s hand. Painted by T. Kirk and Engraved by C. Warren.” 3.”Thus ends the prophet, first from Canaan sent To let the Gentiles know they must repent: God hears and speaks; the whale at God’s command Heaves to the light, and casts him forth to land. Painted by T. Kirk. Engraved by W. Ryder.” from The Poetical Works of Dr. Tho. Parnell. Containing those published by Mr. Pope, together with his Posthumous Pieces. With the Life of the Author. Cooke’s Edition. Embellished with superb engravings. London: C. Cooke, n.d.