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Presages of the Millenium
Printmaker:
Gillray, James
Publisher:
Humphrey, Hannah
Method of acquisition: Given (1948) by Beaumont, Violet, Lady
18th Century
Production date:
AD 1795
Published June 4th 1795
Aquatint
Hand colouring
Etching
Accession number: P.344-1948
Primary reference Number: 185772
Stephens/George: 8655
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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