after John Flaxman

Ascent to the First Heaven

Not on display

Artist: After John Flaxman 1755–1826
Part of: The Divine Poem of Dante Alighieri
Medium: Etching on paper
Dimensions: Image: 127 x 187 mm
Collection: Tate
Acquisition: Purchased as part of the Oppé Collection with assistance from the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund 1996
Reference: T11153

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