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Mrs Behn

Print
19th century (published)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Print depicting Aphra Behn, engraved by R. W. from a painting by Riley. Harry Beard Collection

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Object details

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Object type
TitleMrs Behn (assigned by artist)
Materials and techniques
Engraving, printed ink on paper
Brief description
Print depicting Aphra Behn, engraved by R. W. from a painting by Riley. Harry Beard Collection
Physical description
Print depicting Aphra Behn, head and shoulder. Glued to supporting paper.
Dimensions
  • Height: 19.1cm
  • Width: 12cm
Marks and inscriptions
Credit line
Harry R. Beard Collection, given by Isobel Beard
Subject depicted
Association
Literary reference
Summary
Print depicting Aphra Behn, engraved by R. W. from a painting by Riley. Harry Beard Collection
Collection
Accession number
S.1391-2012

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Record createdNovember 28, 2012
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