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Three studies of helmets (?for the Arming of Perseus): PD.58-1998.f.18

Object information

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Titles

Three studies of helmets (?for the Arming of Perseus)

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Burne-Jones, Edward

Entities

Categories

Notes

History note: Possibly Aglaia Cronio (née Ionides); Christie's 7 June 1996, lot 557; Christie's, 24 November 1998, lot 169

Legal notes

With a contribution from the M.G.C. / V. and A. Purchase Grant Fund.

Measurements and weight

Height: 180 mm
Width: 113 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1998) by Christie's

Note

A study for one of the series of paintings representing the Perseus myth, commissioned by Arthur Balfour in 1875.

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Graphite

Components of the work

Support composed of laid paper

Techniques used in production

Drawing : Graphite on laid paper

Identification numbers

Accession number: PD.58-1998.f.18
Primary reference Number: 26462
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 3 August 2020 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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