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Allegorical Scene with Figures burying a Body

JOHN, Augustus
Allegorical Scene with Figures burying a Body
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 19552

Creation/Production

JOHN, Augustus
1878-1961
Role: Artist

Measurements

Height (cm): 48.2
Width (cm): 67.2

Material

Charcoal
Green paper

Location

In store
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  • Allegory
  • Death
  • Drawing
  • Female Nude
  • Fine Art
  • Male Figure
  • Welsh Connection
  • Works On Paper

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