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Intaglio

Intaglio
18th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This carnelian intaglio depicts Edward Halley, the Astroner Royal.

Object details

Category
Object type
TitleIntaglio
Materials and techniques
Carnelian
Brief description
Intaglio, carnelian, Edward Halley, England, 18th century.
Physical description
Intaglio, Carnelian, Edward Halley.
Dimensions
  • Height: 20mm
  • Width: 17mm
Object history
Given by Mr E Machell Cox.
Subject depicted
Summary
This carnelian intaglio depicts Edward Halley, the Astroner Royal.
Collection
Accession number
A.2-1936

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Record createdMarch 12, 2009
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