Gift of George Hubbard Clapp
41.140
Bacchus
Pen and black ink, brown wash on paper
11.125 in W x 8 in H(Image)
European
This drawing is on a handmade paper that contains a watermark depicting a lion.
Bearing the inscription on backing “Direction of L. Vien” in later hand.
This drawing is made from iron gall ink which, with humidity, can corrode paper. It features a watermark depicting a lion.
Wall label from the exhibition The Curious Drawings of Doctor Clapp, UAG, October 24–December 6, 2019.
This drawing is made from iron gall ink which, with humidity, can corrode paper. It features a watermark depicting a lion.
Wall label from the exhibition The Curious Drawings of Doctor Clapp, UAG, October 24–December 6, 2019.
In Collection
Acquired by the University of Pittsburgh from Mary Burgwin Denny in 1941. Funds for the purchase donated by George Hubbard Clapp.
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