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Studies of armour Study of the armed torso of a male figure
Draughtsman: Burne-Jones, Edward
History note: Possibly Aglaia Cronio (née Ionides); Christie's 7 June 1996, lot 557; Christie's, 24 November 1998, lot 169
With a contribution from the M.G.C. / V. and A. Purchase Grant Fund.
Height: 211 mm
Width: 132 mm
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Method of acquisition: Bought (1998) by Christie's
Support composed of laid paper
Drawing : Graphite on laid paper
Accession number: PD.58-1998.f.32
Primary reference Number: 26493
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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Accession Number: HEN.M.4A-D-1933
Accession Number: M.1.1A-H-1936
Accession Number: HEN.M.1A-E-1933
Accession Number: HEN.M.5A-E-1933
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