- Created by
- David Jones 1895–1974
- Title
- Sketch of a rough outline for piece of lettering ‘Decora et Fulgida’ for ‘Vexilla Regis’
- Date
- 1950–9
- Medium
- Graphite on paper
- Dimensions
- 313 × 371 mm (drawing), 420 × 594 mm (mount)
- Description
- This is from Jones' painting 'Vexilla Regis' 1947 which was inspired by the hymn of the same name. It had the lyrics 'Arbor decora et fulgida,' or 'O lovely and refulgent Tree'.
- Format
- Artwork - on paper, unique
- Collection
- Tate Archive
- Acquisition
- Purchased by the Archive from the Anthony d'Offay Gallery, 1982.
- Reference
- TGA 8222/1/90
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