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Petrus Canisius
Printmaker: Wierix, Hieronymus
History note: From the collection of Lawson Thompson (1837-1919) [Lugt 1770]; John Charrington [Lugt 572] bought at his sale (Sotheby's) 26 April 1920, lot 185 (with P.9536-R and P.9544-R and P.9556-R)
Method of acquisition: Given (1933) by Charrington, John
17th Century
Production date:
AD 1619
Accession number: P.9521-R
Primary reference Number: 150100
Lugt: 572
Lugt: 1770
Hollstein (Dutch/Flemish): 2069
Alvin: 1876
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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