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JOHN WELLS (1907-2000)
Abstract composition , 1953 (Executed)
Lot #115 |
2023-10-19 |
Christie's, London
Modern British and Irish Art Day Sale
Category:
Painting, Works on Paper
Estimate:
GBP 3,000 - 5,000 (currency of sale)
USD 3,729 - 6,215 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Christie's
Auction number: 21951
Auction name: Modern British and Irish Art Day Sale
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2023-10-19
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Abstract Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 24 ¾ x 6 ¾ in. (62.8 x 17.1 cm.)
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
62.8
Width In Centimeters:
17.1
Height In Inches:
24.75
Width In Inches:
6.75
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Year notes: Executed in 1953.
Provenance
with Wills Lane Gallery, St Ives, where purchased by the present owner in May 1995.
Catalog summary
Details JOHN WELLS (1907-2000) Abstract composition signed, numbered and dated '95⁄3 John Wells. 1953' (along the lower edge of the supporting board), signed again, inscribed and numbered again '95⁄3 /John Wells/Anchor Studio/Trewarveneth Street/NEWLYN/W Cornwall' (on the backboard) gouache on paper, mounted on board 24 ¾ x 6 ¾ in. (62.8 x 17.1 cm.) Executed in 1953.