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Walford Graham Robertson
1866-1948
The Annunciation
20th century
Black ink over graphite, on card.
6 1/4 x 4 3/16 inches (159 x 107 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.2339
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Title from inscription on verso.
Drawing appears to be a preliminary study for an emblematic design showing the Annunciation with the motto "Hortus conclusus soror mea sponsa hortus conclusus, fons signatus" (see item 1986.2363 in the Library's collection).
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From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary:
Drawing shows the figure of a little girl, cloaked and veiled, kneeling in a garden with her hands clasped to her breast; at left is a fountain and hovering above her is an angelic figure holding a spray of flowers.
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