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Matthias, Holy Roman Emperor and William I, Prince of Orange: P.9541-R

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Titles

Matthias, Holy Roman Emperor and William I, Prince of Orange

Maker(s)

Printmaker: Wierix, Johan

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Notes

History note: From the Northwick collection. P&D Colnaghi & Co. sold to John Charrington [Lugt 572], May 1932.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1933) by Charrington, John

Dating

16th Century
Production date: circa AD 1578

School or Style

Flemish

Techniques used in production

Engraving

Identification numbers

Accession number: P.9541-R
Primary reference Number: 150121
Lugt: 572
Hollstein (Dutch/Flemish): 2119
Alvin: 1974

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Saturday 6 August 2011

Associated departments & institutions

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

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