After John FlaxmanUlysses Terrified by the Ghosts 1805

After John Flaxman, ‘Ulysses Terrified by the Ghosts’ 1805
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Artist
After John Flaxman (1755‑1826)
Title
Ulysses Terrified by the Ghosts
From The Odyssey of Homer
Date 1805
MediumEngraving and etching on paper
Dimensionsimage: 170 x 291 mm
Collection
Tate
Acquisition Purchased as part of the Oppé Collection with assistance from the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund 1996
Reference
T11203
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