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Hill of Hurdles

WOODS, Clare

Hill of Hurdles
Image: © Clare Woods/Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales
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This work is inspired by the landscape around the waterfall Water-Break-its-Neck, close to the border between Wales and England. Clare Woods often focuses on the overlooked elements of the landscape – from stagnant pools to thick undergrowth. Locations are photographed at night and collaged to create the painting’s final composition. The high gloss finish contributes to Woods’ description of her work as ‘supernaturally charged’.


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Details


Collection

Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales

Item Number

NMW A 29670

Creation/Production

WOODS, Clare

Acquisition

Purchase - ass. of DWT & CAS, 20/12/2010

Measurements

Height (cm): 168
Width (cm): 254

Techniques

Oil and enamel on aluminium

Material

Oil
Enamel

Location

In store
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Tags


  • Abstract
  • Active In The 21St Century
  • Colour
  • Fine Art
  • Landscape
  • Painting
  • Woman Artist
  • Woods, Clare

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