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The Star of Bethlehem (or the Adoration of the Magi)

Accession Number NWHCM : 1921.12

Description

Tapestry, 'The Star of Bethlehem (or the Adoration of the Magi); designed by Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones, 1885 and produced by Morris and Co, 1907; cotton warp and wool and some silk weft; 332.8 cm x 510 cm

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In 1885 William Morris commissioned Burne-Jones to supply designs for his weavers. The designs were photographed and enlarged to provide working cartoons. The composition and figures were drawn by Burne-Jones.

Artist Burne-Jones, Edward Coley
Creation Date 1885
Measurements 332.8 cm
Department Fine Art : Norwich Castle Museum

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