Lot 239
  • 239

Alexander Mackenzie

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • Alexander Mackenzie
  • Painting Coastal 
  • signed, titled and dated DEC 91 on the backboard
  • oil, pastel, pencil and collage on board
  • 8 by 50.5cm.; 3¼ by 20in.

Provenance

The Artist, from whom acquired directly by David Bowie

Condition

Not examined out of the frame. The board appears sound. The collaged elements appear sound and securely attached. The work appears to be in excellent overall condition. Ultraviolet light reveals some areas of fluorescence, which are thought to be in keeping with the Artist's materials. The work is float mounted onto the Artist's prepared back board and presented in a simple painted wooden frame, held under glass. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
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