Lot 1177 , Paula Rego (b. 1938) Sewing on the Shadow I 7.5 x 4.25in.

Paula Rego (b. 1938)
artist's proof etching and aquatint
'Sewing on the Shadow I'
signed in pencil and inscribed to Jane Bown
7.5 x 4.25in.
Estimate £300-500

Some outward bulging showing so clearly not laid down, one or two fox marks showing, one near 5 o'clock, another 6 and one near 8, otherwise dirt specks appear to be on the glass rather than the work itself, good impression of the print, inscribed in pencil A/P for Jane Brown from Paula Rego, blindstamp in lower right corner, size of visible paper 42 x 32cm, with a plain brown card mount and slim silvered metal frame, other than a few fox spots good condition.


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Sold for £800