Rex Whistler, 1905-1944

London, The Arts Council of Great Britain, The Works of Rex Whistler, 1960, No. 485, cat. no. 95

'Dust Wrapper for San Felice' The sheet is generally sound. There is some smudging towards the edges and the paper appears to be slightly discoloured. There is a diagonal crease to the right half (approx. 23cm). Otherwise in good overall condition. Held under glass within a cream mount in a white painted frame. Unexamined out of frame. 'Design for Fireplace' There is damage to the paper to the left of the centre and to the right hand side of the arch. There is thinning and rubbing to the work throughout.
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To be sold together with an alternative design for the fireplace panel at 5 Belgrave Square.