© Leeds Art Gallery
Pair of casts and models for 'Truth and Religion'
Artist: Sir Alfred Gilbert (1854 - 1934)
Location: Leeds Art Gallery
Date: circa 1930
Materials: 1-2) bronze; 3-4) plasticine
Dimensions: 1-2) height 33.7cm; 3-4) height: 38.1cm
Grant:
Amount Paid: £5,000 (Total: £15,000)
Vendor: Laurence Synge-Craven
Review number: 5913 (2007)
Provenance:
Albert Toft; Synge-Hutchinson; Lawrence Synge-Craven through his late wife's father Patrick Synge-Hutchinson.
Description:
Two original models and two bronze casts representing Truth and Religion made for the Alexandra Memorial situated near St James’ Park in London. The memorial was an important commission for Gilbert and marks his return to respectability in Britain following his public disgrace for bankruptcy, fraud, and the stripping of his RA title. The figures complement the existing material relating to Gilbert at Leeds including another model relating to the Alexandra Memorial.
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