The Death of General Sir Ralph Abercromby, K.B.
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1828 (published)
1828 (published)
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Scene depicting the death of General Abercromby. At the centre lies the general, supported by his officers. To the right is a horse and an officer of a Highland regiment. The scene is crowded with figures and in the background the battle continues. On the ground at the front of the scene is a hat, banners, flags and the sword of the general.
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Title | The Death of General Sir Ralph Abercromby, K.B. (assigned by artist) |
Materials and techniques | Engraving on paper |
Brief description | 'The Death of General Sir Ralph Abercromby'. Engraving by Frances Legat after Thomas Stothard, 1828. |
Physical description | Scene depicting the death of General Abercromby. At the centre lies the general, supported by his officers. To the right is a horse and an officer of a Highland regiment. The scene is crowded with figures and in the background the battle continues. On the ground at the front of the scene is a hat, banners, flags and the sword of the general. |
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Marks and inscriptions | 'Painted by Thomas Stothard Esqr. R.A. Pubd. by R. Bowyer & M. Parkes 14 Pall Mall London 1828 Engraved by Frances Legat &. [words illegible] The Death of General Sir Ralph Abercromby, K.B.' (Lettered) |
Production | The Frances Legat listed as the engraver is probably Francis Legat, although he died in 1809. This engraving could possibly be a reissue of one of Legat's plates. Attribution note: Indian proof with open letters |
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Accession number | 22949 |
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Record created | June 30, 2009 |
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