Lot 102
  • 102

Sir William Russell Flint, R.A., P.R.W.S.

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Sir William Russell Flint, R.A., P.R.W.S.
  • Studies of Cecilia
  • signed l.r.: W. Russell Flint; signed, titled, dated and inscribed on the backboard
  • pencil

Provenance

Frost & Reed, London;
R. E. Arthur Esq.;
Private Collection

Exhibited

London, Royal Academy, 1957, no. 1113

Condition

The sheet is generally sound with some very minor undulation to the sheet. The paper has discoloured which is visible beneath the mount. Held in a simple gold composite frame; under glass.
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Catalogue Note

To be sold together with a framed letter from the artist which reads: Aug. 5. 1961 / Dear. Mr. Arthur, / Yes, "Studies of Cecilia" was exhibited at the Royal Academy 1957 exhibition. / It is one of my favourite drawings & it gives me real pleasure to know it is in your appreciative hands. / Sincerely yours, / W. Russell Flint / R. E. Arthur, Esq.