Cecil Collins

Exercise Book, without covers, used as a sketchbook

1924–7

Cecil Collins, ‘Anatomical study of an arm’ 1924–7 — © Tate

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Created by: Cecil Collins 1908–1989
Title: Exercise Book, without covers, used as a sketchbook
Date: 1924–7
Description: Graphite on paper, 37 pages, no covers, 202 x 162 mm

The sketchbook contains life drawings, including memory poses and anatomical studies. Also calligraphical notes and experiments at back of the books.
Format: Bound volume - sketchbook
Collection: Tate Archive
Acquisition: Presented by Mrs Elisabeth Collins in 1992
Reference: TGA 923/1/1/2

Archive context

Cecil Collins papers TGA 923 (302)

Cecil Collins' artwork TGA 923/1 (300)

Sketchbooks TGA 923/1/1 (8)

Exercise Book, without covers, used as a sketchbook TGA 923/1/1/2

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