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Studies of original portraits

John Downman, 1777–1780

First studies of original portraits painted in oil on copper of distinguished persons, many of the University of Cambridge, with notes on the sitter. The 100 drawings are part of a larger collection arranged in four series. These are the second series arranged in five volumes now mounted.

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Title of artwork, date

Studies of original portraits, 1777–1780

Date supported

1936

Medium and material

Charcoal

Dimensions

23 x 19 cm

Grant

350

Total cost

350

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