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Design for a medal celebrating the birth of the Dauphin: PD.73-1996

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Titles

Design for a medal celebrating the birth of the Dauphin

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Saint Aubin, Augustin de

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From the Biffen Fund.

Measurements and weight

Diameter: 176 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1996) by Robinson, Christopher J.

School or Style

French

Materials used in production

Grey wash
Black ink
Brown wash
Graphite

Components of the work

Support composed of laid paper

Techniques used in production

Drawing : Pen and black ink, brown and grey wash over graphite on laid paper, laid down

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: A.S. inv.
  • Location: Lower right
  • Method of creation: Brown ink
  • Type: Signature
  • Text: SOLEMNIA DELPHINI NATALITIA / REGE ET REGINA / URBEM INVISENTIBUS / MDCCLXXXII
  • Location: Lower
  • Method of creation: Brown ink

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Identification numbers

Accession number: PD.73-1996
Primary reference Number: 6764

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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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