Eight Heads of Old Men

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Eight Heads of Old Men
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Eight Heads of Old Men

PortfolioPlate 18 from the series "Recueil de vingt quatre pièces gravées à l'eau forte par Charlet"
Date1841
MediumSoftground etching
DimensionsSheet: 245 x 190 mm. (9 5/8 x 7 1/2 in.)
Image: 203 x 140 mm. (8 x 5 1/2 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 number1996.48.7322
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Last Updated1/11/24
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