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"The Sighing of the Shell," Illustration to "The Argosy"

(English, 1829–1896)
(English, active 1839–93)
1866
Medium/TechniqueWood engraving; proof with notes and marginal drawings in graphite
DimensionsBlock: 11.5 x 9.5 cm (4 1/2 x 3 3/4 in.); Sheet: 21 x 15.6 cm (8 1/4 x 6 1/8 in.)
Credit LineJohn H. and Ernestine A. Payne Fund
Accession number55.3530
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ClassificationsPrints
Inscriptionsl.l.: "DALZIEL Sc"
ProvenanceHarold Hartley, England (1851-1943): to Sir Harold Hartley, London, England (1878-1972); from whom purchased by MFA April 14,1955.
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