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The Reverend John Chafy playing the Violincello
Thomas Gainsborough, 1750–1752

Portrait of the Rev John Chafy (1719-88) playing the Violincello, c.1750-52.
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Title of artwork, date
The Reverend John Chafy playing the Violincello, 1750–1752
Date supported
1985
Medium and material
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
74 x 60 cm
Grant
25000
Total cost
100350
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