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Representation of a Dream: B.V.88

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Titles

Representation of a Dream
Four sketches of a girl

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Romney, George

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Measurements and weight

Height: 390 mm
Width: 571 mm

Acquisition and important dates

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

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Brown ink
Grey watercolour wash

Components of the work

Support composed of paper

Techniques used in production

Drawing : Pen with brown ink and grey watercolour wash on paper

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: No. 72
  • Location: Verso
  • Method of creation: Ink

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Identification numbers

Accession number: B.V.88
Primary reference Number: 15979

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 13 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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