John Melville (1902 - 1986), Decline And Fall (or the Ship o...

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£600 - £900

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John Melville (1902 - 1986), Decline And Fall (or the Ship of Fools) 1963, oil on canvas, signed and dated '63, titled verso, 112cm x 176cm (44" x 69") framed. ARR. This is a major work by Melville building on an old hatred of lawyers in Germany in the 16th century, hence the Ship of Fools

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Good untouched condition, no canvas damage or repairs, original frame with a few tiny scratches

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Auction Date: 28th Mar 2024 at 2pm

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Sale Dates:
28th Mar 2024 2pm (Lots 500 to 764)

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