The Dead Soldier

Engraver James Heath British

After Joseph Wright (Wright of Derby) British

April 4, 1797

Not on view

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Title: The Dead Soldier
Engraver: James Heath (British, London 1757–1834 London)
Artist: After Joseph Wright (Wright of Derby) (British, Derby 1734–1797 Derby)
Date: April 4, 1797
Medium: Etching and engraving; sixth state of six
Dimensions: Sheet: 19 7/8 × 25 1/16 in. (50.5 × 63.6 cm)
Classification: Prints
Credit Line: Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1953
Object Number: 53.600.4466
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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