(The song)
(c. 1955-1956)
Medium
gouache and varnish on composition board
Measurements
24.2 × 25.4 cm (sheet)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gift of Lyn Williams AM and Family through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program, 2023
© Estate of Fred Williams
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
Place/s of Execution
London, England
Accession Number
2023.671
Department
Australian Prints & Drawings
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