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Cupids Mourning over a Broken Lute Children crying over a broken lyre Book of Gems
Printmaker:
Greatbach, William
Draughtsman:
Hayter, John
(After)
Title taken from 'An Index of British Annuals'
Method of acquisition: Given (1901) by Wright, William Aldis
19th Century
Production date:
AD 1836
On chine collé. Vignette.
Accession number: P.11894-R
Primary reference Number: 174763
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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