Robert Adams

Embossing block

[1970s]

Robert Adams, ‘Embossing block’ [1970s]

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Created by
Robert Adams 1917–1984
Title
Embossing block
Date
[1970s]
Dimensions
184 x 325 mm
Description
A 'metalized' hardboard block, with a composition of rectangular strips under the silver metal skin. The block was for an embossed, white, paper print made in the 1970s (Tate P77051).
Format
3D object
Collection
Tate Archive
Acquisition
Presented by Mrs Pat Adams, widow of the artist, and her daughter Mrs Mary Adams Weatherhead, in 1984 and 1990.
Reference
TGA 8421/3/13
London Group

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