Ending 3rd Nov, 2021 12:00 GMT/BST
Charity Art Auction for Marie Curie
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Billy Connolly CBE "Malkie's Day Off", edition 94/295, giclee on paper, with a certificate of authenticity, 57cm by 77cm (framed 65cm by 85cm)
Whilst on tour in Canada in 2007, Billy was inspired by Montreal’s drizzling rain to buy some felt-tip pens and a sketchbook. Over time, his drawings of little islands became intricate yet honest shapes – and Born On A Rainy Day began. The sixth release from the sell-out series reflects Billy’s idiosyncratic, no-holds-barred comedy. Black-and-white lines, Escher-esque surrealism and an increased use of colour are underpinned by a sense of liberation. His anonymous characters boast a charming simplicity. Billy says: ‘I just want to keep honing the thing that I’ve got and make it better and better – that’s all. That’s the only ambition I feel.’
Sold for £2,150
Estimated at £1,000 - £1,500
Auction: Charity Art Auction for Marie Curie, ending 3rd Nov, 2021
Timed Charity Auction for Marie Curie – raising funds for Marie Curie Nurses on the front line.
Lots start closing at 12 noon on 3rd November.
Marie Curie is delighted to present a selection of modern and contemporary artworks that have been donated by 30 leading artists and sculptors. Highlights include beautiful works of art by Ken Howard, Tania Still, Sir Billy Connolly, Barbara Rae, Darren Baker and many more. With bidding starting at £60, this sale offers opportunities for new and seasoned collectors alike.
The UK’s leading end of life charity, Marie Curie is here to support everyone in the UK through all aspects of dying, death and bereavement – and to fight for a society where everyone gets to have the best experience possible at the end of their lives. We support the NHS by providing frontline care. We provide vital bereavement support for family and friends. And we help the nation prepare for death, to help makes things better at the end.
Life may be beginning to start up again, but our Marie Curie Nurses and Hospices have been there through it all, day and night, supporting people reaching the end of their lives. Right now, more people need us than ever before. Your support will help ensure we can continue to provide essential care at this unprecedented time of need. www.mariecurie.org.uk
Please view the auction and bid for your chance to win a beautiful work of art while supporting Marie Curie Nurses.
Marie Curie Charity number: 207994 (England & Wales), SC038731 (Scotland).
For all enquiries relating to this sale, please contact Marie Curie directly: ilona.beiboer@mariecurie.org.uk / 07545 593895
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