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St Gimer, Carcassonne
St Gimer, Carcassonne
St Gimer, Carcassonne

St Gimer, Carcassonne

Artist (Glasgow, Scotland, 1906 - 1994)
Date1931 - 1932
Mediumdrypoint on paper
ClassificationsPrints
DimensionsOverall: Height: 26.2 cm, Width: 35.2 cm
AcquisitionPurchased in 1980.
Copyright© By permission of the Fleming Family (2002)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG000547
About MeIn 1930, Ian Fleming travelled through France and Spain, making drawings which he later translated into prints. This view is of the church of St Gimer, Carcassone, reveals his fascination for the French artist, Maurice Utrillo.
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After graduating from art school Fleming undertook a travelling scholarship to Southern France and Spain. Upon returning he took some of the elements from his studies into his future work.