Lot 68
  • 68

Sir Robin Philipson, R.A., P.R.S.A., R.S.W.

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Sir Robin Philipson, R.A., P.R.S.A., R.S.W.
  • Cockfight
  • oil on canvas
  • 91.5 by 122cm., 36 by 48in.

Provenance

with Aitken Dott & Son, Edinburgh

Condition

The canvas has not been lined. The paint surface is in good stable condition and the work retains passages of strong impasto. Overall the work is in good original condition. UV light inspection reveals no evidence of any retouching or restoration. Held in a black painted frame with gold slip.
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