Artwork
Dessinentwurf "Ecossais"
Dessinentwurf "Ecossais" is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1948 and is held in the collection of the Archaeology and Museum Baselland.
About this work
The year and place name could hint at a connection to Scotland or France, but the exact meaning isn’t clear.
This is a rolled-up sheet of paper tied with string. The paper looks old and worn, with a faint yellowish-brown color. Handwritten in ink on the side are the words *"Ecossais - La Touffe"* and the year *"1948"*.
The writing suggests this might be a sketch or design, possibly tied up for storage or transport. The year and place name could hint at a connection to Scotland or France, but the exact meaning isn’t clear.
If you’re curious about where this kind of object fits in, look into ethnology.
Overview
A rolled-up sheet of paper tied with string, displaying signs of aging and wear, with handwritten annotations indicating a possible connection to a design or sketch.
Subject & Meaning
The annotations 'Ecossais - La Touffe' and '1948' suggest a link to Scotland or France, but the precise significance remains unclear; the object may relate to ethnological studies or collections.
Technique & Style
The paper exhibits a yellowish-brown hue, characteristic of aged paper, and features handwritten text in ink, indicating a manual and potentially archival or documentary process.
Artist & collection
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