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Joseph Wright

Roman Ruins (recto); Three Figures in Classical Robes (verso) (Smaller Italian Sketchbook, leaf 1)

1774–75
Recto: pen and ink, brush and gray wash, over graphite Verso: graphite
23.4 × 17.1 cm (9.2 × 6.7 in)

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