Studies of drapery for 'Merlin and Vivien' Drapery study for the left arm and torso of Merlin
Draughtsman: Burne-Jones, Edward
History note: Christie's Sale 5th June 1919 (278? or 36?) bt. Ricketts and Shannon
The Ricketts and Shannon Collection. Bequeathed by Charles Shannon, 1937
Height: 345 mm
Width: 225 mm
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1937) by Shannon, Charles Haslewood
Two studies for the drapery of Merlin's right sleeve in 'Merlin and Vivien' (1870-74) at the Lady Lever Gallery, Port Sunlight. See also No. 1997.
Support composed of cartridge paper
Drawing (image-making) : Graphite on white cartridge paper
Accession number: 1999
Primary reference Number: 26186
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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