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Rooks

Elizabeth Magill, 2007

© Elizabeth Magill

This small painting conjures up the experience of landscape at a very particular time of day – a time just before dark that can often bring high drama – it is both the noise and the light that the imagery refers to that gives this painting such dynamic energy. This work is the result of the Museum's participation in the Contemporary Art Society's Acquisition Scheme. This painting compliments the existing collection at Sunderland, in particular, works by Sheila Fell and Prunella Clough which explore emotionally-charged, atmospheric landscapes. L.S. Lowry’s symbolic seascapes, ‘Self Portraits1 & 2’, also share Magill’s introspection.

More information

Title of artwork, date

Rooks, 2007

Date supported

2011

Medium and material

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

30.5 x 30.5 cm

Grant

900

Total cost

6800

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