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Anatomical studies of a human leg: PD.21-1992

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Titles

Anatomical studies of a human leg

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Ward, James, R.A.

Entities

Categories

Notes

History note: Walker's Galleries, London, from whom bought, 1960

Measurements and weight

Height: 282 mm
Width: 372 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1992) by Batchelor, Ivor, Sir and Lady

Dating

Production date: circa AD 1801

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Card
Graphite
Varnish

Techniques used in production

Drawing : Graphite on white card, varnished

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: monogram

  • Text: JWARD. RA
  • Location: Lower right
  • Method of creation: Graphite
  • Type: Signature
  • Text: Sartorius R-from / Anterior, Superior / Spinous prcess of the / Ilium / I into the Tibia / near the Tubercle / draws the leg inwards & forwards
  • Location: Upper left
  • Method of creation: Graphite and ink
  • Text: Inr. of Gastronemius / and Soleus
  • Location: Lower right
  • Method of creation: Graphite and ink

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Identification numbers

Accession number: PD.21-1992
Primary reference Number: 14225

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 18 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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