Dog in a Landscape (diptych), 82 x 99 cm
This very fine gouache by Australia’s contemporary master had been purchased at auction 
at Sotheby’s in 1992 for $4,400.
After a sympathetic reframe, “Dog in Landscape” achieved a very comfortable appreciation in value when it sold for $42,000 incl. buyer’s premium. A handsome return for the owner.
BACKGROUND We acted for the family of the artist in the sale of this previously unknown portrait of an elegant self-assured woman. VALUATION & OUTCOME The painting carried a pre-sale estimate of $45,000 to $ 65,000. However, this beautiful typical work of the modernist artist sold for more than double
BACKGROUND: Famous not only as one of Australia’s leading mid to late 20th century abstract artists, John Coburn is also renowned for creating the Sydney Opera House tapestry curtains. He did also create a unique painting of the Opera House itself in 1984. VALUATION & OUTCOME: This stunning painting with
