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Identification note: entry in East Dorset Herald August 1927 listing works in 4th exhibition of Poole and East Dorset Art Society includes 'Miss Irlam Briggs (Hon Sec) '... Kate Douglas barring the door to save the King of Scotland from would-be assassins'; part framer's label on back right of frame 'Bourlet Ba.../[Name of artist] Irlam.../ ...ess Nilnthorpe La.../ For King... Country/...£1...'; (left) 'Kate...'/ top 'For...and Country 1437'

Summary: The Barred Door by E. Irlam Briggs; woman with her arm through the lock of the door holding it shut; gilt frame; unglazed