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he did their espousal of the irrational, mystical and supernatural.

As well as some minor writings, he seems to have become involved in producing the catalogue for the Royal Academy exhibitions, which would have brought him into contact with the London artists of the day. One of their social gatherings which he attended was at the premises of Paul Colnaghi, print-seller to the Prince Regent, who was in business with his sons Dominic and Martin. They held court monthly in their large room at Cockspur Street. Artists and politicians attended too, and the atmosphere was said to like that of a gentleman’s club.

Many Regency artists, including Turner and Fuseli produced, for private viewing, portfolios of erotic drawings. Wainewright did the same. One of his that still exists is this sepia line and wash version of Lady passing two lovers on a bank embracing.

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