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Studies of original portraits
John Downman, 1777–1780
First studies of original portraits painted in oil on copper of distinguished persons, many of the University of Cambridge, with notes on the sitter. The 100 drawings are part of a larger collection arranged in four series. These are the second series arranged in five volumes now mounted.
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Title of artwork, date
Studies of original portraits, 1777–1780
Date supported
1936
Medium and material
Charcoal
Dimensions
23 x 19 cm
Grant
350
Total cost
350
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