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Mrs. Abington in the character of the Comic Muse

Print
1 July 1783 (published)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Engraved portrait of Mrs. Abington in the character of the Comic Muse, July 1 1783. Harry Beard Collection.


Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleMrs. Abington in the character of the Comic Muse (assigned by artist)
Materials and techniques
Engraving, printed ink and watercolour on paper
Brief description
Engraved portrait of Mrs. Abington in the character of the Comic Muse, July 1 1783. Harry Beard Collection
Physical description
Engraving of Mrs Abington.
Dimensions
  • Height: 21cm
  • Width: 12.8cm
Marks and inscriptions
Credit line
Harry R. Beard Collection, given by Isobel Beard
Subjects depicted
Literary references
Summary
Engraved portrait of Mrs. Abington in the character of the Comic Muse, July 1 1783. Harry Beard Collection.
Other number
Collection
Accession number
S. 724-2012

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Record createdAugust 6, 2012
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