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A collection of 268 drawings of spiders represent the original artwork for Roberts two major books on the subject, 'The Spiders of Great Britain and Ireland', 1985 and 'Collins Field Guide: Spiders of Britain and northern Europe', 1995. The artist's drawings are known for their detailed scientific accuracy.
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Title of artwork, date
268 drawings of spiders, 1985–1995
Date supported
2002
Medium and material
Coloured ink
Dimensions
Each 18.5 x 26.5 cm
Grant
3000
Total cost
6000
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