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Lot 37

ROY DE MAISTRE (1894-1968)
(Biblical Scene) c.1958
tempera and gold leaf on wood panel
signed lower right: R de Maistre
artist's name inscribed on frame verso
unknown gallery labels verso
27.5 x 20.5cm

Estimate $9,000 - $12,000

Unsold

The work is in very good condition. Hairline cracks running horizintally at the base. Light surface dirt as with age.


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The Collection of Carmel and Harry Crock AO, Melbourne


De Maistre had painted major religious works prior to the Second World War, but it was during the immediate post-war years that he produced his most important works including "Stations of the Cross" for Westminster Cathedral.
A selection of Roy de Maistre's "Stations of the Cross" paintings hang in Westminster Cathedral, London.

Fine Art

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8338
6:30pm - 26 November 2019
333 Malvern Rd, South Yarra 3141

VIEWING
Melbourne
Wednesday 20 November, 9am-8pm
Thursday 21 - Sunday 24 November, 10am-4pm
Monday by Appointment Only

CONTACT
Summer Masters
summer.masters@leonardjoel.com.au


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