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Elyse Lord (Brit., 1900–1971).

[Drummer Boy]

c1920s. Drypoint, artist’s signature stamped in lower margin, 29.4 x 27.1cm. Slight foxing. Framed.

The hand drum being played in this image is a mridangam, also known as tannumai. It is a percussion instrument from India, of ancient origin.

Elyse Lord’s images “typically draw on the Art Deco movement and ideas of oriental culture, despite the fact that she never visited the Far East.” Ref: Wiki.

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Item #CL198-79

Price (AUD): $1,250.00  other currencies