16th century
9.6 x 42.5 cm (3 3/4 x 16 3/4 in.)
Richard Cosway, London (Lugt 628), sold [through his sale, February 14, 1822]. [1] Charles A. Loeser, Florence, Italy, Bequest to Fogg Art Museum, 1932. Notes [1] Possibly lot 81 or part of lot 905, 1090, or 1177
Brown ink on cream antique laid paper
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