The Arch of Septimius Severus and the Temple of Concordia in the Forum Romanum, Rome: PD.62-1958

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Titles

The Arch of Septimius Severus and the Temple of Concordia in the Forum Romanum, Rome

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Draughtsman: Pars, William

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Drawing

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Drawing

Notes

History note: From the Gilbert avdis Collection (see J. Holland folder, PD.61-1958)

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From the R.H. Biffen Fund.

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Height: 370 mm
Width: 557 mm

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Method of acquisition: Bought (1958-10) by P. and D. Colnaghi and Co. Ltd

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Materials used in production

Watercolour
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Support composed of paper

Techniques used in production

Watercolour : Watercolour over graphite on paper

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Accession number: PD.62-1958
Primary reference Number: 12209
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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 3 August 2020

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

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