"Mr A moves in a mysterious way his wonders to perform"

  • Birch, Martin, 1935-1982
Date:
19 March 1969
Reference:
2851437i
Part of:
Papers of Edward Adamson (1911-1996)
  • Archives and manuscripts

About this work

Also known as

Previous title, replaced January 2025: Edward Adamson with ram's horn ears, with an angel blowing the trumpet. Drawing by M. Birch, 1969.
Adamson Trust Title: Mr. A.

Description

Drawing of Edward Adamson wearing a suit jacket and bow tie, with cherub-like figure blowing a horn to the left; wording in title written above. Creator's name and date of creation are inscribed on the reverse, probably by Edward Adamson.

Publication/Creation

19 March 1969

Physical description

1 drawing charcoal on paper

Arrangement

Prior to Wellcome Collection, this work was stored in a folder on 1st floor, Reay House, Lambeth Hospital.

Related material

See 3025646i for a printed surrogate on cardboard of this painting and printed interpretative label

Notes

The title has been taken from wording on the object.

Where to find it

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