John Piper, C.H. (1903-1992) , Study of a Portico | Christie's

Sale 8616

20th Century British Art

London, South Kensington

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13 December 1999

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Lot 202

John Piper, C.H. (1903-1992)

Study of a Portico

Price realised

GBP 1,035

Estimate

GBP 700 - GBP 900

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John Piper, C.H. (1903-1992)
Study of a Portico
signed lower right John Piper
pencil, pen, black ink and wax crayon
12 x 8in. (31 x 22.2cm.)
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