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A Philosopher Giving a Lecture in the Orrery
A Philosopher Giving a Lecture in the Orrery

A Philosopher Giving a Lecture in the Orrery

Creator William Pether (British, c. 1738 - 1821)
Creatorafter Joseph Wright of Derby (British, 1734 - 1797)
Date1768
Mediummezzotint with engraving on laid paper
DimensionsImage: 44.8 x 58 cm (17 5/8 x 22 13/16 in.)
46.2 x 59.4 cm (18 3/16 x 23 3/8 in.)
Credit LinePurchased as a Gift of Inco Ltd., 1989
Category
Object number87/177
LocationNot currently on display

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