CPE CSGA CSPWC OSA RCA
1941 - 2022
Canadian
For Ishmael Tiller: The Ledgy Rocks
etching and aquatint on paper
signed, titled, editioned artist's proof 3/15 and dated 1990
35 1/2 x 23 1/2 in, 90.2 x 59.7 cm
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000 CAD
Sold for: $23,750
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PROVENANCE
Acquired directly from the Artist by John de Visser, Port Hope
By descent to present Private Collection, Ontario
LITERATURE
William Gough, David Blackwood: Master Printmaker, 2001, reproduced page 35
The original owner of this work and lot 307 in this sale was noted photographer John de Visser. De Visser’s work can be found in the National Gallery of Canada and the Library and Archives Canada Photographic Archive, as well as the numerous award winning books de Visser authored. His work could also be found on the walls of David Blackwood’s studio. The friendship that the two artists shared spanned over 30 years and included many journies to Newfoundland with their mutual friend and collaborator, Farley Mowat.
This work was acquired directly from the artist and has never been framed.
Please note: this work is unframed.
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