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Anatomical study of a flayed quadruped mammal (?horse), the hind-quarters supported by a block: 3679.f.6

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Anatomical study of a flayed quadruped mammal (?horse), the hind-quarters supported by a block

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Harvey, William

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1905) by James, Montague Rhodes, Dr

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Graphite
Red chalk

Components of the work

Support composed of paper
Sheet Size Height 138 mm Width 218 mm

Techniques used in production

Drawing : Graphite and red chalk on paper

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: sideways to drawing

  • Text: W Harvey Esqr 1867
  • Location: To right
  • Method of creation: Graphite

Identification numbers

Accession number: 3679.f.6
Primary reference Number: 36819

Audit data

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

Associated departments & institutions

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

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