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Presumed self-portrait of the artist, holding a drawing board on which is a representation of Fame: PD.35-1954

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Titles

Presumed self-portrait of the artist, holding a drawing board on which is a representation of Fame

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Balestra, Antonio

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Notes

History note: Samuel Rogers (according to label on old frame); A.A. Woolmark, from whom purchased (20 gns)

Measurements and weight

Height: 240 mm
Width: 190 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1954) by The Friends of the Fitzwilliam Museum

School or Style

Italian

Materials used in production

Black chalk

Components of the work

Support composed of paper

Techniques used in production

Drawing : Black chalk and use of the stump, on paper

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: Balestra, born 1666-part of Mr Rogers Collection
  • Location: Frame
  • Method of creation: Label

Identification numbers

Accession number: PD.35-1954
Primary reference Number: 7058

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Friday 8 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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