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A system of overlapping semi-transparent curves and oscillating bands form an abstract arrangement in mid-brown ochre, with naturalistic floral motifs or badges painted in various shades of orange, yellow and pink across the foreground of the image arranged in a surreal fashion. The left-hand cluster of badges are illuminated, whereas the right-hand cluster to the top and bottom of the frame are cast in shadow. A crucifix shape is detectable in the centre of the painting as is the recurring circular shape. The background is rose-pink in colour with exposed patches of white.

Manchester Art Gallery

Manchester

Title

Angels around the Cross

Date

1961

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 172.5 x W 152.5 cm

Accession number

1964.189

Acquisition method

purchased from the artist, 1964

Work type

Painting

Inscription description

artist's inscription : : brc : initials and year : N A. 61 artist's inscription : : verso : title, artist name and year : ANGELS AROUND THE / CROSS / NORMAN ADAMS 1961 artist's mark : pencil : stretcher : dimensions :

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