British Institution for Promoting the Fine Arts in the United Kingdom : founded, June 4, 1805, opened, January 18, 1806 ; the Queen's most excellent Majesty, patroness : His Grace the Duke of Sutherland, K.G., President : the Right Hon. Lord Francis Egerton, M.P. Deputy President
Publisher:
British Institution
Printer:
Nicol, William
With a list of governors of the British Institution, and 'Catalogue of the works of the late Sir David Wilkie, R.A. together with a selection of pictures by ancient masters, with which the proprietors have favoured the Institution. June 1842'
16 p ; 27 cm.
Method of acquisition: Given (2005-02) by Ars Artis
Production date: AD 1842
Support composed of paper
Accession number: PB 37-2005
Primary reference Number: 118957
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Manuscripts and Printed Books
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