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Object Number
967-23-10/45261d
Display Title
Portrait of George Peabody
Descriptions
Object Description
Engraving. One of two (front); central portrait of Peabody with cherubs and palm trees to the left and a classical female figure to the right; the words "Education, Benevolence" below. Memorabilia of Mr. George Peabody - 7 pictures, 11 photographs, printed matter, written documents.
Inventory Description
Engraving, to George Peabody, front
Classification
Department
Prints and Drawings
Date
19th century
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
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United States
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Massachusetts
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Middlesex County
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Cambridge
Materials
Oil-based printing ink
Dimensions
Overall: 36 x 28 cm (14 3/16 x 11 in.)
Provenance
Collector
Joseph H. Outhwaite
(? - 3/27/67)
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