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Two studies of an eagle, on one sheet: 3390

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Object information

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Titles

Two studies of an eagle, on one sheet
Sketch of an eagle with outstretched wings similar in composition to the more finished recto drawing

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Ward, James, R.A.

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Measurements and weight

Height: 258 mm
Width: 504 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1885)

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Coloured wash
Ink
Sepia

Components of the work

Support composed of paper

Techniques used in production

Pen and ink : Recto: pen, inks and coloured washes verso: sepia ink on paper

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: J. Ward R.A.
  • Location: Lower left
  • Method of creation: Graphite
  • Type: Signature

Inscription present: monogram

  • Text: J.W. R.A.
  • Location: Lower right
  • Method of creation: Graphite
  • Type: Signature

Inscription present: other graphite comments have been erased

  • Text: An Eagle ....
  • Location: Lower left
  • Method of creation: Graphite
  • Text: 2400
  • Location: Upper right corner
  • Method of creation: Red ink

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Identification numbers

Accession number: 3390
Primary reference Number: 14201
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 3 August 2020 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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