Edward Francis Burney

Dance of Death: Vignette

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Artist: Edward Francis Burney 1760–1848
Medium: Graphite, chalk, ink and watercolour on paper
Dimensions: Support: 105 x 134 mm
Collection: Tate
Acquisition: Purchased as part of the Oppé Collection with assistance from the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund 1996
Reference: T08731

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