Collection consists of, mainly black and white photographs, of Laura Knight's paintings and of subjects associated with her paintings. The photographs are arranged by subject and include: personal photographs, including portraits of Laura Knight; landscapes; circus people; people and dancers. Poster advertising Laura Knight exhibition, Nottingham 1989. .
Dame Laura Knight Photographic Archive
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- ReferenceGB 1086 Knight
- Dates of Creationc 1950-1970
- Name of Creator
- Language of MaterialEnglish
- Physical Description2 boxes
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
Dame Laura Knight (1877-1970) was one of Britain's most popular artists during the first half of the twentieth century. She is chiefly known for her technically accomplished paintings of circus and ballet scenes.
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Archivist's Note
Description by Althea Greenan, MAKE 2002. Submitted to the Archives Hub as part of Genesis 2009 Project.
Bibliography
'The Graphic Work of Laura Knight' by G Frederic Bolling and Valerie A Withington, Scholar Press, 1993. 'The Magic of a Line' by Laura Knight (autobiography) 1965.