Lot 474 , Sir William Orpen (1878-1931) Self portrait of the artist 10.5 x 8in.

Sir William Orpen (1878-1931)
pen and ink
Self portrait of the artist inscribed 'To a young unknown friend at the Hotel Royal, Dieppe, with love William Orpen, 21st August 1925'
10.5 x 8in.
Estimate £300-400

Ink and wash on brown paper with a trace of ballpoint pen. Overall looks a little faded (particularly the wash rather than the ink inscription). Very slight paper undulation with a few scattered dirt spots. Old washline mount and later gilt frame.


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Sold for £550