Left Hand Study by Charles Blackman, 1953, Ink & Pastel, sold Dec 2021

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Left Hand Study

Charles Blackman (Australian, 1928–2018) · 1953

A$1,200 hammer

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Medium: Pastel · Works on paper all pastel results →
As published: “Ink & Pastel”
Signed / inscribed: Inscribed to margin with Rudy Komon inventory number RK142.
Category: Drawings
Dimensions: 27x16.5cm
Auction house: Davidson Auctions
Sale: Australian & International Art (Sale 153) (153)
Date: December 5, 2021
Location: Sydney, Australia
Lot: 82
Estimate: A$600 – A$1,000 (≈ $423 – $706) (≈ £319 – £532) (≈ €375 – €625)
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