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LOT 46

Lot 46

Mervyn Peake (1911-1968)

Mervyn Peake (1911-1968)
Lot 46 Details
Mervyn Peake (1911-1968), British

STUDY FOR CHRISTINA HOLE'S WITCHCRAFT IN ENGLAND, CA. 1945

ink and gouache on paper
inscribed "3 1/2" and "40.6" in pencil; titled to label verso
10 x 7.5 in — 25.5 x 19 cm

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $500
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Mervyn Peake (1911-1968)
  • Mervyn Peake (1911-1968)
  • Mervyn Peake (1911-1968)
  • Mervyn Peake (1911-1968)
Provenance:

Monk Bretton Books, Toronto, ON
Private Collection, Ontario

CONDITION DETAILS

Very good overall condition.
Slight staining along right edge.

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