Sir James Thornhill

Architectural Decoration, Design for an Altarpiece: Scene under a Barrel Vault Supported by Four Pairs of Detached Columns

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Artist: Sir James Thornhill 1675 or 76–1734
Medium: Ink, graphite and watercolour on paper
Dimensions: Support: 221 x 175 mm
Collection: Tate
Acquisition: Purchased as part of the Oppé Collection with assistance from the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund 1996
Reference: T08521

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