Bookplate of George Washington

Anonymous, British, 18th century British

1772

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Title: Bookplate of George Washington
Artist: Anonymous, British, 18th century
Date: 1772
Medium: Etching and engraving
Dimensions: Plate: 3 11/16 × 2 3/8 in. (9.4 × 6.1 cm)
Sheet: 4 1/16 × 2 7/8 in. (10.3 × 7.3 cm)
Classification: Prints
Credit Line: Gift of William E. Baillie, 1920
Object Number: 20.90.37(27)
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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