George Mackay Brown (1921–1996)
George Mackay Brown (1921–1996)
George Mackay Brown (1921–1996)
George Mackay Brown (1921–1996)
George Mackay Brown (1921–1996)
George Mackay Brown (1921–1996)
George Mackay Brown (1921–1996)

© the artist. Image credit: Orkney Islands Council

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Tuck Langland was inspired to commemorate the life of George Mackay Brown on his most recent visit to the islands. He is an American artist and former Vice President of the National Sculpture Society, and his works appear in many museums across the United States.

Stromness Library

Stromness

Title

George Mackay Brown (1921–1996)

Medium

bronze & wood

Measurements

H 30 x W 23 x D 15 cm

Accession number

2007/016

Acquisition method

purchased for Art in Public Places scheme

Work type

Bust

Signature/marks description

on back: HRL

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