John Olsen, Frog at Kakadu, 1988, Printer: Neil Leveson, Victorian Print Workshop

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Frog at Kakadu

John Olsen (Australian, 1928–2023) · 1988

A$3,750 hammer

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As published: “Printer: Neil Leveson, Victorian Print Workshop”
Signed / inscribed: Signed lower right
Category: Prints (general)
Dimensions: 76.5x57cm (sheet)
Auction house: Davidson Auctions
Sale: Australian & International Art (Sale 198) (198)
Date: August 17, 2025
Location: Sydney, Australia
Lot: 27
Estimate: A$4,500 – A$6,500 (≈ $2,931 – $4,233) (≈ £2,164 – £3,126) (≈ €2,511 – €3,626)
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