Proclamation of Peace — William Wells|Anonymous, British, 18th century | DiscoverArt

William Wells|Anonymous, British, 18th century

Proclamation of Peace

October 21, 1783

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28.3 × 23.5 cm (11.1 × 9.3 in)

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