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Sketch of upper part of a figure in a long head cover and flowing cape, in three-quarter view from the back: 1084.11c

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Titles

Sketch of upper part of a figure in a long head cover and flowing cape, in three-quarter view from the back

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Burne-Jones, Edward

Entities

Categories

Legal notes

From the artist's children, Sir Philip Burne-Jones, and Mrs Mackail.

Measurements and weight

Height: 103 mm
Width: 62 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1923-04) by Burne-Jones, Sir Philip

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Watercolour
Graphite

Components of the work

Support composed of paper ( laid down)

Techniques used in production

Watercolour : Graphite underdrawing and watercolour on paper

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: Simone / Memmi
  • Location: Upper right
  • Method of creation: Graphite

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: 1084.11c
Primary reference Number: 26930

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 18 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Paintings, Drawings and Prints

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