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Argian and Antigone with the body of Polymces discovered by Minaetes: B.V.105

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Object information

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Titles

Argian and Antigone with the body of Polymces discovered by Minaetes

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Romney, George

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Measurements and weight

Height: 454 mm
Width: 592 mm
Width: 597 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1818-09) by Romney, John

Dating

Production date: ? AD 1788

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Grey wash
Graphite
Bistre

Components of the work

Support composed of paper

Techniques used in production

Drawing : Pen with very dark bistre and grey wash over graphite, partly erased, on buff coloured paper

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: No. 87
  • Location: Verso

Identification numbers

Accession number: B.V.105
Primary reference Number: 15838
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Audit data

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

Associated departments & institutions

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

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