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A medieval scene: three mounted female warriors observed by seated figures (?one a king) in armour: 832/1e

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Titles

A medieval scene: three mounted female warriors observed by seated figures (?one a king) in armour

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Flaxman, John

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Measurements and weight

Height: 490 mm
Width: 692 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1916) by Murray, Charles Fairfax

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Grey wash
Graphite
Ink

Components of the work

Support composed of laid paper ( laid down)

Techniques used in production

Pen and ink : Graphite, pen and ink and grey wash on laid paper, laid down

Identification numbers

Accession number: 832/1e
Primary reference Number: 10613
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Thursday 8 June 2023 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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