Carrie's War

This illustration by Geoff Taylor, was originally used on Carrie's War, written by Nina Bawden,

Original Art

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Carrie's War


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Carrie's War 1982 - art by Geoff Taylor


Description

In this painting by Geoff Taylor, evacuees during the war, a girl and her younger brother, are shown against the silhouette of house with some tall chimneys and lighted windows with trees to the side. A night sky with stars and the full moon changes or morphs into a room interior with wallpaper and a plaque behind the children.


Synopsis for Original Title

Evacuated from London to Wales during World War II, Carrie and her brother are sent to live with the very strict Mr Evans. In trying to heal the breach between Mr Evans and his estranged sister, Carrie does the worst thing she ever did in her life.


Details

Availability

Year1
1982

Medium2
Gouache on Artboard

Size approx.3
13x18 inches or 33x45 cm
Original (£800)

Availabe to License
Yes

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