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Lot 80
  • 80

John Thomas Young Gilroy

Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description

  • John Thomas Young Gilroy
  • "My goodness my Guinness"
  • signed l.l.: Gilroy
  • preparatory pencil sketch
  • 20 by 32cm., 8 by 12½in.

Condition

Mounted, framed and glazed, some minor soiling.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

John Gilroy is best-known for his advertisements for Guinness which he worked on from the mid-1920s. "Guinness for Strength" and "My Goodness! My Guinness" were always connected with a Gilroy image and the artist continued to produce work for Guinness until the late 1960s.