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Calabrian Shepherds playing the Pastorale to the Infant Jesus on Christmas at Rome: P.3-1982

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Titles

Calabrian Shepherds playing the Pastorale to the Infant Jesus on Christmas at Rome

Maker(s)

Printmaker: Allan, David

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Measurements and weight

Height: 254 mm
Width: 180 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1982-03) by Scrase, David E.

Dating

18th Century
Circa 1773 - Circa 1775

School or Style

British

People, subjects and objects depicted

Materials used in production

Black carbon ink

Components of the work

Support composed of paper

Techniques used in production

Etching

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: D. Allan
  • Location: Lower right
  • Method of creation: Graphite
  • Type: Signature

Identification numbers

Accession number: P.3-1982
Primary reference Number: 381
Meyer: 9

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Friday 8 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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