Study of a wing
Draughtsman: Burne-Jones, Edward
Probably for the wings of Cupid in 'Love and the Pilgrim' (1896/97, Tate)
History note: Christie's Sale, 5th June, 1919, bt. Ricketts and Shannon
The Ricketts and Shannon Collection. Bequeathed by Charles Shannon, 1937
Height: 257 mm
Width: 181 mm
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1937) by Shannon, Charles Haslewood
Study for 'Love and the Pilgrim', (1896/97, Tate)
Support composed of cartridge paper
Drawing (image-making) : Graphite on white cartridge paper
Accession number: 2006.2
Primary reference Number: 26300
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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