Thomas Rowlandson (1757-1827)
The Golden Apple, or the Modern Paris. published 2 Mar 1785
Etching | 28.2 x 39.6 cm (sheet of paper) | RCIN 810123
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An etching showing the Prince of Wales choosing to lavish his affections on one of the three women standing before him, by giving her a golden apple. This updating of the myth of the Judgement of Paris, has the Duchesses of Rutland, Devonshire, and Gordon in the roles of the three goddesses. An uncoloured impression of RCIN 810122.
Inscribed on the plate: Pubd March 2nd by J.Phillips No 164 Piccadilly
Provenance
Probably purchased by George IV when Prince of Wales
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Medium and techniques
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Measurements
28.2 x 39.6 cm (sheet of paper)
25.2 x 35.1 cm (platemark)
