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The Muses Thalia and Erato

1754–1817
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: The Muses Thalia and Erato
  • Artist: Andrea Appiani (Italian, Milan 1754–1817 Milan)
  • Date: 1754–1817
  • Medium: Black chalk; squared in black chalk
  • Dimensions: 18-7/8 x 13-3/8 in. (47.9 x 33.9 cm)
  • Classification: Drawings
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Mrs. Carl L. Selden Gift, in memory of Carl L. Selden, 1988
  • Object Number: 1988.145
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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