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Mrs. Abington in the character of Lady Betty Modish

Print
ca. 18th century (published)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Engraved portrait of Mrs. Abington in the character of Lady Betty Modish from The Careless Husband by Colley Cibber, ca. 18th century. Harry Beard Collection.


Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleMrs. Abington in the character of Lady Betty Modish (assigned by artist)
Materials and techniques
Engraving, printed ink and watercolour on paper
Brief description
Engraved portrait of Mrs. Abington in the character of Lady Betty Modish from The Careless Husband by Colley Cibber, ca. 18th century. Harry Beard Collection
Physical description
Engraving of Mrs Abington.
Dimensions
  • Height: 25.5cm
  • Width: 18.2cm
Marks and inscriptions
Credit line
Harry R. Beard Collection, given by Isobel Beard
Subjects depicted
Association
Literary references
  • Lady Betty Modish
  • The Careless Husband
Summary
Engraved portrait of Mrs. Abington in the character of Lady Betty Modish from The Careless Husband by Colley Cibber, ca. 18th century. Harry Beard Collection.
Other number
Collection
Accession number
S.723-2012

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Record createdAugust 6, 2012
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