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Hasting(s) Lugger
Hasting(s) Lugger
Hasting(s) Lugger

Hasting(s) Lugger

Artist (Nassau, Bahamas, 1925 - 2006)
Publisher (founded 1961)
Date1984
Object NameCard
Mediumcard, ink
ClassificationsPrints
DimensionsPaper Size: 10.3 x 14.2cm
AcquisitionPresented in 2010 by Joyce Laing OBE.
Copyright© Estate of Ian Hamilton Finlay (2009)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG017456
About MePrinted card designed by Ian Hamilton Finlay entitled "Hasting(s) Lugger". Above the title is some additional text ("Storm Brewing, Tea Brewing") and beneath is a dedication to Harry Gilonis.

This work is part of an archive that belonged to Joyce Laing OBE. The artist, Ian Hamilton Finlay, was a personal friend and sent her an example of each new poem print and multiple as it was made.
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The words summon an image of a hasting slugger bobbing on a turbulent sea, preparing for the approaching storm. The card is dedicated to Harry Gilonis, editor and critic.
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