Watercolour Drawing
January 1877 (painted)
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Entitled 'In the Wings with Magnesium Flare' a note from the artist on the back of this rough sketch appears to have been presented to William Sawyer as a gift. Whether or not William Sawyer is the subject of the painting is unclear. The image is dated January '77'.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 3 parts. (Some alternative part names are also shown below)
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| Brief description | Watercolour drawing by Percy F.S. Spencer, 'In the Wings with Magnesium Flare', 1877 |
| Physical description | Watercolour painting. The background is of a backstage scene, conveyed through blocks of colour and a selection of props. In the foreground a man, in rough trousers, cap and blue jacket, stands with his left arm outstretched, holding a dark grey object. A small girl, dressed in a simple white dress, stands by his side, watching. |
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| Production type | Unique |
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| Summary | Entitled 'In the Wings with Magnesium Flare' a note from the artist on the back of this rough sketch appears to have been presented to William Sawyer as a gift. Whether or not William Sawyer is the subject of the painting is unclear. The image is dated January '77'. |
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| Accession number | S.322:1 to 3-1980 |
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| Record created | July 1, 2009 |
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