Name/TitlePrint: Purim Carnival Ball
About this objectMonochromatic print by Hannah Frank, depicting a costumed female figure with two theatrical masks at her feet, holding balloons, ribbons and a poster proclaiming 'Purim Carnival Ball, JNF, 30th March 1940.' The story of Purim is recorded in the book of Esther and is now celebrated in March.
MakerFrank, Hannah (1908-2008)
Maker RoleArtist
Date Made1940
Period1940s
Medium and MaterialsOrganic, paper, pen and ink
Place MadeScotland, Glasgow
Style and IconographyArt Nouveau
Inscription and MarksWithin main image: 'Purim Carnival Ball JNF 30th March 1940';
In print, bottom: 'Hannah Frank'
TechniqueDrawing
MeasurementsH: 365 mm (framed)
Named CollectionGlasgow Women's Library
Object TypePrint
Object numberGWL-2010-37
Copyright LicenceAll rights reserved