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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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