The Captive Slave
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The Captive Slave

TitleThe Captive Slave
ArtistEdward Finden (English, 1791-1857) after John Simpson (English, 1782-1847) published by Smith Elder and Company (English, 19th century)
Datepublished 1827 19th century
MediumEngraving on cream wove paper, tipped onto brown wove paper
Classificationengraving
OriginUnited Kingdom United Kingdom
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGift of Ben Elwes Fine Art
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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