The end of the world

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Sam Morse-Brown, A.R.W.A., P.S. (British, 1903-2001)
The end of the world
signed and dated 'Sam Morse-Brown 1984' (lower left)
oil on canvas
59¼ x 49¼ in. (150.4 x 125.2 cm.)
together with two studies for The end of the world
three in the lot (3)

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Lot Essay

The end of the world depicts Earth covered in crosses, portraying the catastrophic results of nuclear warfare. The only salvation for humanity lies in God's outstretched arms. This picture was painted to form a triptych titled The Prodigal World, together with lots 653 and 655.

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