Rare Study for Winston Churchill Portrait Available for Sale
Sir Winston Churchill famously questioned artist Graham Sutherland on how he would depict him in a portrait. The resulting painting, destroyed in a fire, is now set for auction by Sotheby’s. The study offers a more intimate portrayal of Churchill, with a presale estimate of £500,000 to £800,000. The work will be displayed at Blenheim Palace before heading to New York for viewing, with interest expected from collectors of Sutherland’s portraiture and Churchill memorabilia enthusiasts. The auction provides a unique insight into the relationship between artist and sitter and raises questions about the interpretation of a successful portrait.
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