James Barry

The Temptation of Adam

1776–c.1790

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Artist: James Barry 1741–1806
Part of: A Series of Etchings by James Barry, Esq. from his Original and Justly Celebrated Paintings, in the Great Room of the Society of Arts
Medium: Etching, line engraving and aquatint on paper
Dimensions: Image: 633 x 404 mm
Collection: Tate
Acquisition: Purchased 1992
Reference: T06571

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