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Lot 100

BENJAMIN AITKEN (born 1991)
Self Portrait Entering the Archibald 2020
synthetic polymer paint on canvas
signed, titled and dated on Archibald label verso
50 x 41.5cm

Estimate $2,000 - $3,000

Sold for $3,400

The work is in overall good condition with no major faults to report. It is housed in a contemporary boxed frame measuring 54 x 45.5cm.


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to physically inspect item, or book a virtual viewing or request further images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice.
Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.


The Artist
Private collection, Melbourne


The Archibald Prize, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney, 2020 (finalist)
"Initially not intended for the Archibald Prize, I was encouraged by a previous winner to enter, so I did. I don't like to over-explain my paintings". (The Artist)


© Benjamin Aitken/Copyright Agency 2022

Centum

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8454
6:00pm - 9 May 2022
333 Malvern Rd, South Yarra 3141

VIEWING
SYD: Friday 29 April - Sunday 1 May, 10am - 4pm
36-40 Queen St, Woollahra & Dickerson Gallery, 34 Queen St, Woollahra
MEL: Friday 6 May, 10am - 7pm
Saturday 7- Sunday 8 May, 10am - 4pm
333 Malvern Road, South Yarra

CONTACT
Olivia Fuller
olivia.fuller@leonardjoel.com.au


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