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Estimate: $ 800 - $ 1,200
NORMAN WILKINSON (1882-1971)
SERVICE TO INDUSTRY / STEEL. 1949.
38 3/4x48 1/2 inches, 98 1/2x123 1/4 cm. Jordison and Co., Ltd., London. Condition B / B-: repaired tear across lower image through poster; repaired tears, replaced losses and staining in margins; minor creases and abrasions in image. Framed.
Wilkinson studied at the Berkhamsted School of Art and began his artistic career contributing drawings to The Illustrated London News and The Illustrated Mail. Although he became famous for his maritime paintings, he is best known for his prolific poster work for the British railway companies. He also designed posters for shipping companies including White Star Line, Cunard Line, the Allan Line, the Blue Star Line and others.
