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Héloïse

Richard Westall
1765-1836

Héloïse

4 13/16 x 3 3/4 inches (122 x 95 mm)
Graphite on paper.
1986.2058

Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.

Notes
Drawing by Richard Westall for an illustration for an unidentified edition or literary treatment of the story of Abelard and Heloise.
Inscriptions/Markings
Initialed by the artist at lower left; backing inscribed "Abelard & Heloise 12 x 9 1/2".
Summary

Drawing shows Héloïse(?), grief stricken, lying on a grave in a graveyard.

Associated names
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
Classification
Century Drawings
School
Department