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Sir Richard worse then sly , exposing his wifes bottom ; Of Fye!: P.162-1948

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Current Location: In storage

Titles

Sir Richard worse then sly , exposing his wifes bottom ; Of Fye!

Maker(s)

Printmaker: Gillray, James
Publisher: Brown, H.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1948) by Beaumont, Violet, Lady

Dating

18th Century
Production date: AD 1782

Note

Published March 14th 1782. Early impression.

School or Style

British

Techniques used in production

Etching

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Identification numbers

Accession number: P.162-1948
Primary reference Number: 161488
Stephens/George: 6109

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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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