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Head of a Young Jamaican

JOHN, Augustus

© 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 18333

Creation/Production

JOHN, Augustus
Date:

Acquisition

Purchase, 11/9/1972

Measurements

Height (cm): 26.9
Width (cm): 15.9

Techniques

pencil on paper

Material

pencil
Paper

Location

In store
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  • Black Identity
  • Drawing
  • Figure Study
  • Fine Art
  • Identity
  • John, Augustus
  • Key Design Elements
  • People
  • Sketch
  • Works On Paper

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