Provenance
Bonhams, Knightsbridge, 20 November 2007, lot 149
Catalog summary
John Banting ▲ John Banting (1902-1972) 'Homage from a Pierrots' Monument' signed with initials and dated '1968' l.r., inscribed 'ACROSS THE PLAIN THE CIRCUS/PEOPLE/PASS BY THE SIDES OF THE MARKET GARDENS' c.l., also signed, titled and inscribed with the artist's address on a label attached to stretcher verso, oil on canvas 60.5 x 47.5cm, unframed Provenance: Bonhams, Knightsbridge, 20 November 2007, lot 149. Condition Report: There is a 1cm tear in the upper left, with a couple of further small piercings to the left edge. There are two small holes at the bottom of the canvas in the centre and lower left, with some associated paint loss. Stretcher marks. Some rubbing/ abrasion to the lower left edge. The canvas has been cut along the lower left edge and in the upper left corner and is lifting slightly in these areas. The canvas is edged with a tape measure. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.