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Front of the Great Temple in Abu Simbal: 1081

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Titles

Front of the Great Temple in Abu Simbal

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Weston, G. F.

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Notes

History note: Benson, Mrs C.W.

Measurements and weight

Height: 197 mm
Width: 280 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1923-02) by Benson, C. W., Mrs

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Watercolour

Components of the work

Support composed of paper

Techniques used in production

Watercolour : Watercolour on paper

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: Front of Great Temple of Abu Simbal Nubia
  • Location: Lower right corner

Identification numbers

Accession number: 1081
Primary reference Number: 14333

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 11 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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