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Anatomical study of a hand: PD.23-1992

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Titles

Anatomical study of a hand

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Ward, James, R.A.

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Notes

History note: Abbott and Holder, London, from whom bought, 1959

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

1800s
Circa 1807 CE - 1810 CE

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Grey wash
Graphite

Components of the work

Support composed of paper
Paper Height 271 mm Width 377 mm

Techniques used in production

Drawing : Graphite and grey wash on paper

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: monogram

  • Text: JWARD. RA
  • Location: Lower centre left
  • Method of creation: Graphite
  • Type: Signature

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Identification numbers

Accession number: PD.23-1992
Primary reference Number: 14227

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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 15 October 2025

Associated departments & institutions

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

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