Lot 179
  • 179

Harry Thubron

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description

  • Harry Thubron
  • Barrel Staves On Door
  • signed, titled, twice dated 1960 and inscribed on the reverse
  • found objects and paint on wood
  • 55 by 57cm.; 21¾ by 22½in.

Provenance

Sale, Sotheby's London, 13th July 2007, lot 166, where acquired by the present owner

Exhibited

London, Lords Gallery, Thubron, July 1964, cat. no.27;
London, Serpentine Gallery, Harry Thubron, 23rd October - 21st November 1976, cat. no.3, illustrated.

Condition

There are some minor cracks, splits and chips to the construction, some of which may well be in keeping with the artist's technique and materials. There are instances of surface dirt, studio detritus and matter, again some of which may be in keeping with the artist's materials and techniques. This excepting the work appears to be in overall good condition. Please contact the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
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