Illumination: Judy Hurst
Sat 19 Apr 08 - Sun 20 Jul 08

Intricate illustrative works, many inspired by objects in The Bowes Museum’s collections, form the basis of the selling exhibition, Illumination: Judy Hurst , by this ... view details

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