Octagonal pagoda near the confluence of the Tchang-Ho and Cha-Ho rivers, China
Draughtsman: Allom, Thomas
Height: 126 mm
Width: 192 mm
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Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1933) by Guillemard, Francis Henry Hill
Support composed of paper ( laid down)
Drawing (image-making) : Sepia wash on paper, laid down
Accession number: 1673
Primary reference Number: 8472
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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