The Battle of Propaganda

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John Armstrong, A.R.A. (1893-1973)
The Battle of Propaganda
signed and dated lower centre John Armstrong 53
oil on board
15 x 20in. (38 x 50.8cm.)

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Lot Essay

In 1953, Armstrong painted a series of 'Battle' pictures, which are a synthesis of many of his interests, including the theatre, architecture, politics, religion and mythology. He created his own symbolism around these pictures, in which the clown figure is an 'image of frustration, fighting battles of nothing, attempting a leap forward but doing a back somersault instead. He may assume other aspects of humanity in its predicament.'
(see M. Glazebrook, John Armstrong, Arts Council Exhibition Catalogue, London, 1975 (intro)).

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