The Day After Mardi Gras

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The Day After Mardi Gras
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The Day After Mardi Gras

PortfolioFrom the series "Croquis lithographiques par Charlet"
Date1824
MediumCrayon lithograph
DimensionsSheet: 202 x 236 mm. (7 15/16 x 9 5/16 in.)
Image: 146 x 195 mm. (5 3/4 x 7 11/16 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 number1996.48.7332
NOT ON VIEW
Last Updated1/11/24
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