D-Head XXVII
For over 50 golden years Bowie has enjoyed a variety of mediums of artistic expression such as music, art, fashion and film. While a teenager he attended art school and indeed his only O level is in art. Today Bowie has created over 5000 paintings.
Auctioneer David Lay was pleased to secure sales at a higher value than anticipated.
“It is always interesting to see the reaction to art that has a celebrity connection. David Bowie’s reputation as a cultural icon meant that we were expecting a good response. These three self-portraits came from the estate of well-known St Ives art dealer ‘Gillie’ Gilbert who I think would have enjoyed the attention that his collection created.”
Bidding for the self-portraits took place in the Penzance Auction House, online and via telephone until finally a London bidder won.
For information on David Lay’s forthcoming art sales please visit www.davidlay.co.uk
Further Information:
The three self portraits are:
D-Head XLIII
Acrylic and computer collage on canvas
Signed and dated 1997 to the back
24 x 19 cm
Sold for £2500
D-Head XXVII
Acrylic and computer collage on canvas
Signed and dated 1995 to the back
Felt tip inscription
24 x 19 cm
Sold for £2300
D-Head XIII
Acrylic and computer collage on canvas
Signed and dated 1995 to the back
Felt tip inscription
24 x 19 cm
Sold for £1700
Photo:
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