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- 1973 (Creation)
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2 items
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Scope and content
The title '7 Adaptability and Variety of Forms' appears in white on black mountboard. The second piece of mountboard is cream with three windows cut into it. Within one is handwritten text discussing the adaptability of insects, particularly referring to the mouth and legs. In the second window is a drawing of multiple insect legs, drawn from different angles. The last window shows the profile of an insect, possibly a grasshopper or cricket.
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Biographical history
Mary studied Silversmithing and Jewellery at The Glasgow School of Art in the 1970s. In 1974 she gained a place at The Royal College of Art Jewellery School. She was awarded the distinguished Princess of Wales scholarship as the most promising female entrant. Under the guidance of Prof. Gerald Benny, Mary concentrated on shallow relief carving in slate, steel and ivory. She married fellow silversmith Michael Lloyd in 1976.
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Custodial history
Artist; a silversmith and jewellery student. Presented by Roger Millar, Spring 2005.
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Physical Description
Windowed mounted artworks and text (ink/pencil on paper).
Dimensions: 575 x 700 mm (boxed)