Lot Essay
The present work is a composition related to the stage design carried out by John.
The Judgement of Solomon
Details
Augustus Edwin John, O.M., R.A. (1878-1961)
The Judgement of Solomon
charcoal on canvas
44 x 34 in. (111.8 x 86.4 cm.)
The Judgement of Solomon
charcoal on canvas
44 x 34 in. (111.8 x 86.4 cm.)
Provenance
The Studio Sale of the late Augustus John; Christie's, London, 20 July 1962, lot 163 as 'King David enthroned with two women', where purchased by the present owner.
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