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John Flaxman (1755-1826)
Draughtsman: Dance, George, the Elder (After)
Height: 229 mm
Width: 180 mm
Method of acquisition: Given (1912-11) by Murray, Charles Fairfax
This is a copy after William Daniell's engraving from George Dance's original drawing now in the Royal Academy. The print in which the portrait looks from left to right, is dated 12th. Nov. 1796 see:- A Collection of Portraits and Sketches from the Life since the year 1793, done by Geo. Dance, Esq., R.A., (2 Vols. 1809, 53 in all). Engravings by William Daniell, A.R.A.
Support composed of paper ( buff, laid down)
Drawing (image-making) : Graphite and black chalk on buff paper, laid down
Inscription present: twice, the first time the word "Sculptor" is very faint
Accession number: 743*5
Primary reference Number: 10176
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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