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The slaying of the prophets of Baal
Draughtsman: Maccari, Leopoldo
From the University Purchase Fund.
Height: 359 mm
Width: 415 mm
Method of acquisition: Bought (1875) by The Fitzwilliam Museum Syndicate
Black ink
Green wash
Black wash
Ochre wash
Pinkish-brown wash
Graphite
Support composed of paper
Drawing : Pen and black ink with black, ochre, green and pinkish-brown wash over graphite on lightly squared paper
Accession number: 4087
Primary reference Number: 37653
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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