The death of General Wolfe, at Quebec, in the background are soldiers and the masts of ships. Engraving by W. Woollett, 1776, after B. West, the elder, 1770.
- West, Benjamin, 1738-1820.
- Date:
- 1776
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- 545970i
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London : Messrs Woolett, Boydell & Ryland, 1776.
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1 print : engraving ; image 42.5 x 59.5 cm
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To the King's Most Excellent Majesty this plate the Death of General Wolfe is with his gracious permission dedicated by His Majesty's most dutiful subject and servant William Woollett from the original painting in the collection of Lord Grosvenor. Painted by B. West, history painter to His Majesty. Engraved by W. Woollett, Engraver to His Majesty
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Wellcome Collection 545970i
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