Shades of Grey: Prints & Photography Online Auction

November 03, 2016

LOT 21

Lot 21

Tim Du Vernet (20th century)

Tim Du Vernet  (20th century)
Lot 21 Details
Tim Du Vernet (20th century), Canadian

PORTRAIT OF CANADIAN ARTIST BARKER FAIRLEY (1887-1986)

Gelatin silver print mounted
Sheet/Overall 19.8" x 15.7" — 50.4 x 39.9 cm.; 20" x 15.25" — 50.8 x 38.7 cm.

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $480
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Tim Du Vernet  (20th century)
  • Tim Du Vernet  (20th century)
  • Tim Du Vernet  (20th century)
Note:

According to the artist, he made only one photograph of this subject in this size. Du Vernet also made only one of a smaller size measuring 14” x 11”.

This portrait of Fairley was photographed for Sylvia Du Vernet’s book, “Georgian Bay Beckons”.

CONDITION DETAILS

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