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Frances, Countess of Somerset: P.2722-R

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Titles

Frances, Countess of Somerset
Vera Effigies Franciscae Comitissae Comersetiae / Vicecom: Roffen: Etc.

Maker(s)

Printmaker: Passe, Simon de
Publisher: Holland, Compton

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Notes

History note: From the Northwick Collection; Colnaghi sold to Charrington, 1930

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1933) by Charrington, John

Dating

17th Century
Circa 1616 - Circa 1617

Note

Pendant to an engraving of Robert Carr, Hollstein 116 (P.2725-R)

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.2722-R
Primary reference Number: 81003
Hollstein (Dutch/Flemish): 115 I
Hind (English 1952-64): 53 I
Lugt: 572

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Thursday 17 July 2025

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

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