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Drawing, Acanthus Ornament

This is a Drawing. It is dated early 19th century and we acquired it in 1901. Its medium is graphite, pen and ink on paper. It is a part of the Drawings, Prints, and Graphic Design department.

It is credited Museum purchase through gift of various donors.

  • Mirror
  • carved, gessoed and gilt wood, mirror glass, metal.
  • Gift of Unknown Donor.
  • n-a-5062

Cite this object as

Drawing, Acanthus Ornament; Italy; graphite, pen and ink on paper; Museum purchase through gift of various donors; 1901-39-1354

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