The Skylark
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The Skylark

TitleThe Skylark
ArtistSamuel Palmer
Date1850 19th century
MediumEtching on chine collé; seventh or eighth state of eight
ClassificationPrints
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit lineA. Hyatt Mayor Purchase Fund, Marjorie Phelps Starr Bequest, 2003
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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