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Head of a Child

JOHN, Augustus
Head of a Child
Image: © Estate of Augustus John. All Rights Reserved 2025/Bridgeman Images/Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales
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Collection

Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales

Item Number

NMW A 15987

Creation/Production

JOHN, Augustus
1878-1961
Role: Artist

Acquisition

Purchase, 11/9/1972

Measurements

Height (cm): 45.8
Width (cm): 29.2

Techniques

Chalk on paper
Drawings and watercolours
Fine Art - works on paper

Material

Red chalk
Textured paper

Location

In store - verified by J Carver
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  • Child
  • Drawing
  • Fine Art
  • Post 1900
  • Welsh Connection
  • Works On Paper

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