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Curlews and Ducks

17th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Curlews and Ducks
  • Artist: Nicolas Robert (French, Langres 1614–1685 Paris)
  • Date: 17th century
  • Medium: Red chalk
  • Dimensions: 8 15/16 x 7 5/16 in. (22.7 x 18.6 cm)
  • Classification: Drawings
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Mrs. Carl L. Selden Gift, in memory of Carl L. Selden, 1984
  • Object Number: 1984.390
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints
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