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Fortnum's brooch

Arthur King, c. 1970

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Following her previous generous gifts to various UK public collections through the Art Fund, Joan Hurst has donated several more pieces from her extensive and varied collection. Brooch in the form of a stylised acanthus-like leaf design in richly textured gold, lavishly studded with diamonds.

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Title of artwork, date

Fortnum's brooch, c. 1970

Date supported

2006

Medium and material

Gold & diamond

Gifted by

Joan Hurst

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