A Voluptuary under the Horrors of Digestion, by James Gillray

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A Voluptuary under the Horrors of Digestion. Gillray, James (British, 1757-1815). Humphrey, Hannah, publisher (British, c.1745-1818). Etching, hand colouring, published July 2d 1792.

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Accession Number: P.280-1948
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Camera: Hasselblad H3DII-31
Photographer name: Amy Jugg
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ISO Speed: 100
Fnumber: 22/1

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