Ink on Paper 19th Century "Auld Lang Syne" Man and Bear Friends Drawing mouse-shaped The backside reveals that it

The backside reveals that it was likely made by a Leonard Aturill Story (whose father

25" wide x 9

I am guessing they are quite old

dated August 8

but are in good condition overall

Ink on Paper 19th Century "Auld Lang Syne" Man and Bear Friends Drawing mouse-shaped The backside reveals that itI am not entirely sure who is rescuing who in this wonderful old ink drawing I think it is the bear being pulled to shore, but his human friend is looking like he may have been through a bit of a hard time as well! What a tender hand hold between them, though, and such kindly looks toward one another I really love this, and think it would make a fantastic gift for one's dearest and truest friend. The handwritten text below the drawing is a