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Henry IV, King of France, standing over Hydra: P.7159-R

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Current Location: In storage

Titles

Henry IV, King of France, standing over Hydra
Le Septre de Milice

Maker(s)

Printmaker: Gaultier, Léonard

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Notes

History note: P&D Colnaghi & Co. sold to Charrington, 17th June 1931.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1933) by Charrington, John

School or Style

French

Materials used in production

Black carbon ink

Components of the work

Support composed of paper

Techniques used in production

Engraving

Identification numbers

Accession number: P.7159-R
Primary reference Number: 133988
Lugt: 572
Le Blanc: 113
Baré (Gaultier): 366

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 25 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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