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John Flaxman (1755-1826): 743*5

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Titles

John Flaxman (1755-1826)

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Dance, George, the Elder (After)

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Measurements and weight

Height: 229 mm
Width: 180 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1912-11) by Murray, Charles Fairfax

Note

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.

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Graphite
Black chalk

Components of the work

Support composed of paper ( buff, laid down)

Techniques used in production

Drawing (image-making) : Graphite and black chalk on buff paper, laid down

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: twice, the first time the word "Sculptor" is very faint

  • Text: Flaxman / Sculptor (does not appear to be in Flaxman's hand)
  • Location: Below figure
  • Method of creation: Graphite
  • Text: J.E. Taylor Collection (and) 152/3 (not in list)
  • Location: Mount, verso
  • Method of creation: Label

Identification numbers

Accession number: 743*5
Primary reference Number: 10176

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 11 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Paintings, Drawings and Prints

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