Lot 225
  • 225

Maurice Cockrill R.A.

Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description

  • Maurice Cockrill R.A.
  • Generation - Igneous
  • signed, titled and dated 1993. on the reverse
  • oil on canvas
  • 50.5 by 46cm.; 20 by 18in.

Provenance

Bernard Jacobson Gallery, London, where acquired by David Bowie in 1993

Condition

Original canvas, the canvas is sound. There are three of four very small areas of very fine craquelure to sections of the thicker pigment. There are areas of reticulation to the brown pigment, possibly in keeping with the Artist's working method. There is a light layer of surface dirt to the work. Subject to the above the work is in excellent overall condition. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals no obvious signs of restoration or retouching. The work is float mounted within a simple white painted wood frame. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
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