Gaspard Became Aware That He Was Leaving for the Army

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Gaspard Became Aware That He Was Leaving for the Army
Image Not Available for Gaspard Became Aware That He Was Leaving for the Army

Gaspard Became Aware That He Was Leaving for the Army

Date1818-1819
MediumCrayon lithograph
DimensionsSheet: 335 x 230 mm. (13 3/16 x 9 1/16 in.)
Image: 224 x 136 mm. (8 13/16 x 5 3/8 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 number1996.48.7458
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Last Updated1/11/24
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