Godwin's most characteristic pieces were based on Japanese design principles. They were often based on details of wood construction borrowed from Hokusai prints. A manuscript design for this piece by Godwin is in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Gong, 1870
Date supported
1994
Medium and material
Oak, iron & bronze
Dimensions
82 x 45 x 43 cm
Grant
1500
Total cost
8000
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