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Artist
Ann Newdigate
(Canadian, 1934 - 2023)
Date1987
Mediummedieval style woven tapestry; mixed natural fibres; synthetic fibres.
DimensionsOverall: 84.5 × 129.5 cm (33 1/4 × 51 in.)
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineFamily of Ann Newdigate
Object number2025.001.003
DescriptionNude figure standing to the right of the tapestry, holding a heraldry crest depicting three Js and a standing lion. Abstract background in browns, greens and blues, denoting a landscape of mountains, sky and river. Uneven edges with symbols and colours bleeding into the margins of the tapestry.Status
Not on view
1960's - 1980's