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Christian II, Elector of Saxony: P.2597-R

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Titles

Christian II, Elector of Saxony
Christianvs II Dvx Saxoniae, etc. Septemviratvs Caes. Crean Haeres Anno MDCIX

Maker(s)

Printmaker: Passe, Crispijn I de

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Notes

History note: Holgen sold to Charrington, April 1935

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1935-04) by Charrington, John

Dating

1600s
Production date: AD 1609

School or Style

Dutch

Materials used in production

Black carbon ink

Components of the work

Support composed of paper

Techniques used in production

Engraving

Identification numbers

Accession number: P.2597-R
Primary reference Number: 79509
Hollstein (Dutch/Flemish): 697 II
Lugt: 572

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 15 October 2025

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

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