After John FlaxmanUlysses Preparing to Fight with Irus 1805

After John Flaxman, ‘Ulysses Preparing to Fight with Irus’ 1805
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Artist
After John Flaxman (1755‑1826)
Title
Ulysses Preparing to Fight with Irus
From The Odyssey of Homer
Date 1805
MediumEngraving and etching on paper
Dimensionsimage: 172 x 295 mm
Collection
Tate
Acquisition Purchased as part of the Oppé Collection with assistance from the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund 1996
Reference
T11213
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