Portrait of a Silversmith, Seated

Ernest Meissonier French

19th century

Not on view

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Title: Portrait of a Silversmith, Seated
Artist: Ernest Meissonier (French, Lyons 1815–1891 Paris)
Date: 19th century
Medium: Pen and brown ink, brush and brown wash
Dimensions: 7 7/8 x 5 7/8 in. (20 x 14.9 cm)
Classification: Drawings
Credit Line: Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1947
Object Number: 47.155.10
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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