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Design for a Poster for the Edinburgh Festival
Design for a Poster for the Edinburgh Festival
Design for a Poster for the Edinburgh Festival

Design for a Poster for the Edinburgh Festival

Artist (Broughton-in-Furness, England, 1916 - 1992)
Date1959
Mediumgouache on paper
ClassificationsPaintings And Drawings
DimensionsSight Size: Height: 71 cm, Width: 63 cm
Frame: Height: 97 cm, Width: 87.5 cm
AcquisitionPurchased in 1996 with assistance from the National Fund for Acquisitions.
Copyright© Sir Robin Philipson (2007)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG011757
About MeIn spite of the fact that Philipson has changed the date in this work from 1958 to 1959 this composition, which features the Scott Monument and a drummer, was used for Philipson's poster for the 1958 Edinburgh International Festival. The alterations may suggest that the artist had considered reusing the design the following year, but in the event he did not do so.
More About Me
This poster was designed for the 1959 Edinburgh International Festival. Why do you think Philipson chose the elements he did to symbolise this event?