Thomas Stothard

A Sea Fight. A Cutter Attacking a Man of War

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Artist: Thomas Stothard 1755–1834
Medium: Watercolour and ink on paper
Dimensions: Support: 99 x 127 mm
Collection: Tate
Acquisition: Purchased as part of the Oppé Collection with assistance from the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund 1996
Reference: T09927

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