attributed to Richard Corbould

Death of Thomas Becket

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Artist: Attributed to Richard Corbould 1757–1831
Medium: Ink and watercolour on paper
Dimensions: Support: 142 x 73 mm
Collection: Tate
Acquisition: Purchased as part of the Oppé Collection with assistance from the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund 1996
Reference: T10119

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