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The French Lady in London or the Head dress for the Year 1771: P.261-1940

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The French Lady in London or the Head dress for the Year 1771

Maker(s)

Printmaker: Unknown
Draughtsman: Grimm, Samuel Hieronymus (After)
Publisher: Sledge, S.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1940) by Clarke, Louis Colville Gray

Dating

18th Century
Production date: AD 1771

Note

Published April 1771

School or Style

British

Techniques used in production

Etching

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Identification numbers

Accession number: P.261-1940
Primary reference Number: 162021
Stephens/George: 4784

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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

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

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