About this objectCaptured in Crete in 1941 whilst serving in the Merchant Navy, Thomas Burke spent the rest of WWII in various POW camps. This drawing, as well as dozens of other works held by the Williamson, document his life in confinement.
MakerBurke, Thomas (1906-1945)
Maker Roleartist
Date Made1941-1945
Period20th century
Medium and MaterialsPencil on paper
Techniquepencil on paper
MeasurementsHeight: 29.5cm
Width: 21cm
Credit LineBequeathed by the artist's sister, Mary Catherine Burke, 1985
