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Study of a portion of tree trunk (Silver Birch?) with ivy (Hedera helix) and another trailing plant: PD.922-1973

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Titles

Study of a portion of tree trunk (Silver Birch?) with ivy (Hedera helix) and another trailing plant

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Ruskin, John

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Notes

History note: Henry Rogers Broughton, 2nd Lord of Fairhaven

Measurements and weight

Height: 308 mm
Width: 264 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1973) by Fairhaven, Henry Rogers Broughton

Dating

1870s
Production date: AD 1876-07-29

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Watercolour
Bodycolour

Components of the work

Support composed of card

Techniques used in production

Watercolour : Watercolour and bodycolour on card

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: Kathleen. H. Gordon / with love from her playmate / John Ruskin 29 July 1876
  • Location: Lower left
  • Method of creation: Ink

Identification numbers

Accession number: PD.922-1973
Primary reference Number: 13463

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Friday 31 October 2025

Associated departments & institutions

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

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