Rock Pool by David Preston, 1982, Charcoal, sold Oct 2021

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Rock Pool

David Preston (b. 1948) · 1982

A$225 hammer

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Medium: Drawing (charcoal) · Works on paper all drawing results →
As published: “Charcoal”
Category: Drawings
Dimensions: 57x36cm
Auction house: Davidson Auctions
Sale: Estate & Collector (Sale 152) (152)
Date: October 24, 2021
Location: Sydney, Australia
Lot: 29
Estimate: A$100 – A$200 (≈ $75 – $150) (≈ £55 – £109) (≈ €65 – €129)
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Retrieved Sep 25, 2026

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