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Lot 231
  • 231

Augustus John, O.M., R.A.

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Augustus John, O.M., R.A.
  • Head of Dorelia wearing a patterned headscarf
  • signed u.l.: John
  • oil on canvas
  • 41 by 34.5cm., 16 by 13½in.

Exhibited

London, Royal Academy, Augustus John, 1954, no.173, as Dorelia (lent by Lady Birley).

Condition

Original canvas. The work appears slightly dirty and may benefit from a light clean; otherwise in good overall condition with strong areas of impasto. UV light reveals no signs of retouching. Held in a gilt plaster frame.
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