William Nelson Copley

Acquired by the present owner directly from the artist

This work is in good condition overall. The canvas is unstretched and affixed on the reverse to a backing board. The edges of the canvas are slightly frayed and there are a few stray threads noted, which appears inherent. The canvas undulates slightly. There are spots of glue residue throughout. Several of the sequins have detached from the surface. Framed under glass.
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