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The Burns Line by George Wyllie

Key details

Object number
3.5043
Date
1980
On display
Yes
Maker
Wyllie, George (Artist)

Description

The Burns Line by George Wyllie comprising of several containers painted in black and white set upon a black and white wooden ship to resemble a container ship.

In a playful visual pun, inspired by Burns’s wit, artist George Wyllie brings together the twin themes of Burns and shipping in tribute to the poet.


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Measurements

  • Depth: 17(cm)
  • Height: 49(cm)
  • Width: 118(cm)

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