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An abstract sculpture, donated in memory of Professor Eric Thiman, who taught at the Royal Academy of Music (1931–1974). The title of the work is the name of one of the Scilly Isles. The piece is set on a cream and black square wooden pedestal with an inscription plaque.

Royal Academy of Music

London

Title

Bryher

Date

c.1977

Medium

bronze

Measurements

H 72.2 x W 47 x D 17.7 cm;
Plinth: H 97 x W 47.5 x D 48 cm

Accession number

2003.1642

Acquisition method

gift from Mrs Madeline Thiman in memory of her husband, Eric Thiman, 1978

Work type

Bust

Inscription description

plaque on front of plinth: 'BRYHER' by Denis Mitchell / Presented by Mrs. Madeline Thiman / to commemorate the work of / Eric Thiman, D.Mus., Hon. R.A.M., F.R.C.O. / (1900–1975) / Professor 1931–1975)

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