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Title: A Philosopher by Lamplight
Description: A Philosopher by lamplight (also known as A Hermit studying anatomy) is a painting by Joseph Wright of Derby. It is not known when Wright painted the picture, but it was first exhibited in 1769 in London with the Society of Artists. This was one of the earliest of many lamplight or candlelight paintings and portraits for which Wright is famed.
Author(s): Joseph Wright