A human figure in the centre with symbolical objects (oil on canvas) and two figures in each of the side panels (pastel and chalk). One of nineteen gifts to fifteen museums by Sir Michael Sadler through the Art Fund between 1921 and 1942.
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Title of artwork, date
The Philosopher (Triptych), 1925–1927
Date supported
1931
Medium and material
Oil on canvas & pastel
Dimensions
Centre: 87 x 114 cm; left: 62 x 47 cm; right: 63 x 49 cm
Gifted by
Sir Michael Sadler
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