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John Churchill (1650–1722), First Duke of Marlborough

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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: John Churchill (1650–1722), First Duke of Marlborough
  • Artist: Christian Richter (Swedish, 1678–1732)
  • Medium: Vellum
  • Dimensions: Oval, 3 1/4 x 2 5/8 in. (82 x 67 mm)
  • Classification: Miniatures
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Mary Clark Thompson, 1923
  • Object Number: 24.80.508
  • Curatorial Department: European Paintings

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