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Three jackets, by Emily Sutton, 2011

Three jackets

Emily Sutton

2011

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Three jackets is a 2011 by Emily Sutton, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Emily Sutton
When & what style?
2011
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

The story of this work

Overview

This illustration by Emily Sutton, created in 2011 for the children's book *Clara Button and the Magical Hat Day*, depicts a detailed study of three jackets. The artwork reflects Sutton’s background in illustration from Edinburgh College of Art and her influences from 20th-century artists like Edward Bawden and Eric Ravilious. Known for incorporating museum and antique shop objects into her work, Sutton’s style here aligns with her specialization in children’s book illustration.

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About the artist

Artist

Emily Sutton

Emily Sutton is an English illustrator. She is known for her illustrations in children's picture books inspired by vintage artwork and old objects.

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