''Aquarius''

  • Nina Ruffhard, active approximately 1965-1969
Date:
10 May 1969
Reference:
PP/ADA/C/8/136/5
Part of:
Papers of Edward Adamson (1911-1996)
  • Archives and manuscripts

About this work

Description

A yellow heart with a purple frame surrounded by smaller hearts and flowers. The words ''Aquarius'' and the dates 1.2.1944 - 10.5.1969 are written in magenta paint and black marker, followed by the creator's signature in black marker. Hospital ward, creator's name and date of creation inscribed on the reverse, probably by Edward Adamson. ''Aquarius'' possibly refers to the creator's zodiac sign.

Publication/Creation

10 May 1969

Physical description

1 painting paint on paper; marker

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

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