"A face torn in half by effort"
- Bishop, Mary (Mary Cecil Hamilton), 1914-1990
- Date:
- February 1967
- Reference:
- 2901302i / 2901303i
- Part of:
- Papers of Edward Adamson (1911-1996)
- Archives and manuscripts
About this work
Also known as
Previous title, replaced January 2025: A face bisected by a gash. Watercolour by M. Bishop, 1967. / A maroon star surrounded by red rays. Watercolour by M. Bishop, 1967.
Description
On the front, a face in two parts split down the middle in red. On ther reverse, a star surrounded by radiating straight lines in red. Creator's name, subject and the date of creation are inscribed on the front, probably by Edward Adamson.
Publication/Creation
February 1967
Physical description
1 painting watercolour on paper
Contributors
Arrangement
Prior to Wellcome Collection, this work was stored in a folder on 1st floor, Reay House, Lambeth Hospital.
Notes
The title has been taken from wording on the object.
Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores