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A good occasion to test the power of his voice
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A good occasion to test the power of his voice

PortfolioPlate 143 from the series "Actualités"
Date1869
MediumCrayon lithograph
DimensionsSheet (trimmed): 238 x 201 mm. (9 3/8 x 7 15/16 in.)
Credit LineThe George A. Lucas Collection, purchased with funds from the State of Maryland, Laurence and Stella Bendann Fund, and contributions from individuals, foundations, and corporations throughout the Baltimore community
Object number1996.48.17342
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Last Updated1/11/24
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