Stephen Gilbert

Drawing of an abstract butterfly with frilled wings and a large head

1945

Stephen Gilbert, ‘Drawing of an abstract butterfly with frilled wings and a large head’ 1945 — © The estate of Stephen Gilbert

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Created by: Stephen Gilbert 1910–2007
Title: Drawing of an abstract butterfly with frilled wings and a large head
Date: 1945
Medium: Ink on paper
Dimensions: 150 × 114 mm
Format: Artwork - on paper, unique
Collection: Tate Archive
Acquisition: Purchased from the artist, 1973
Reference: TGA 9713/11

Archive context

Twelve signed and dated drawings by Stephen Gilbert TGA 9713 (12)

Drawing of an abstract butterfly with frilled wings and a large head TGA 9713/11

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