Ebbw Vale
© Edward Burra/Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales
Artist Edward Burra was diagnosed with chronic arthritis as a teenager. Finding oil paints too heavy, he worked exclusively with watercolours instead.
Through his manipulation of the paints, Burra drew out vibrant colours and breathed new life into a medium that was often seen as old-fashioned.
This work situates the Ebbw Vale steelworks within a surreal and sprawling landscape.
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Details
Collection
Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales
Item Number
NMW A 14222
Acquisition
Purchase, 13/12/1984
Measurements
Height (cm): 92.5
Width (cm): 151
Techniques
watercolour on paper
drawings and watercolours
Fine Art - works on paper
Material
watercolour
Paper
Location
In store
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