William Blake

The Temple of Mirth, after Thomas Stothard

1784

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Artist: William Blake 1757–1827
Medium: Engraving on paper
Dimensions: Image: 174 x 230 mm
Collection: Tate
Acquisition: Purchased 1996
Reference: T07048

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