"The 'Way In'"

  • Lewis, Muriel, active approximately 1967-1968
Date:
5 January 1968
Reference:
3000891i
Part of:
Papers of Edward Adamson (1911-1996)
  • Archives and manuscripts

About this work

Also known as

Previous title, replaced January 2025: The "Way in" boutique at Harrods department store in London: women modelling clothes. Watercolour by Muriel Lewis, 1968.

Description

Painting of women in various states of undress and different outfits in a fitting room. The "Way in" opened on the fourth floor of Harrods in Kensington in 1967, selling fashion aimed at a youth audience. Signed by the creator in pencil on the reverse. Creator's name and date of creation are inscribed on the reverse, probably by Edward Adamson.

Publication/Creation

5 January 1968

Physical description

1 painting watercolour, pencil and gouache on paper

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

  • LocationStatusAccess
    Closed stores

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