World War I: the face of a soldier suffering from the effects of phosgene gas poisoning. Pastel by A.K. Maxwell, ca. 1915.
- Maxwell, A. Kirkpatrick, 1884-1975.
- Date:
- 1915
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- 571751i
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Described in History of the Great War, loc. cit.: "pallid type of asphyxia from phosgene poisoning with circulatory failure ... second day after gassing"
Publication/Creation
1915
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1 drawing : pastel ; sheet 38.4 x 28 cm
Lettering
Lettering handwritten on verso: Maxwell no. 389 ; also watercolour sketch of same subject
Lettering printed on label affixed to verso: This drawing and the copyright in it are reserved for the Medical history of the War. Permission must be obtained for its loan or for reproduction. Care must be taken to preserve it unsoiled and in good condition for the National Collection. (Signed) Secretary, Medical Research Committee
Bears stamp on verso: Charles Roberson & Company Ltd, Artists' Colourmen
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Wellcome Collection 571751i
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