Ending 3rd Nov, 2021 12:11 GMT/BST

Charity Art Auction for Marie Curie

 
  Lot 23
 

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Keira Rathbone

Commission: Typewriter art drawing (examples shown). Subject to be chosen by the winning bidder in collaboration with Keira Rathbone who can suggest concepts, provide an initial sketch and then create the final bespoke typic.

Typewriter art drawing

The size of the commission will be approximately 20cm by 30cm

The winning bidder will acquire a commission that is completely unique. They will work with the artist to create an exclusive drawing whether it be of a much-loved place, a family home, or a favorite countryside walk.

Terms and conditions: Valid for 6 months of the auction closing. Commission will be at a mutually convenient date and time between Keira and the winning bidder. The size of the commission will be approx. 20cm x 30cm. The winning bidder will be required to cover the travel costs if Keira is to type from life. Alternatively, the winner can provide suitable photographs for no extra charge. Keira will be on hand to provide guidance and suggest subject matter. Framing and shipping of finished commission will be an additional cost.

Keira Rathbone is an established fine artist living and working in London. She grew up in Dorset, gained a BA (hons) in Fine Art at the University of the West of England, Bristol. Since 2003 she has developed a unique drawing technique, employing a manual typewriter as a drawing tool.
Rathbone draws images from life using her typewriter, instinctively translating what she sees into an array of letters, number and symbols chosen for their shape and textural values resulting in beautiful enigmatic images that encourage the viewer to keep looking from different distances, reading more into it each time. She develops and exhibits images based around compelling themes and often incorporates live audio/visual performances by typing before an audience with video projection, sound effects and collaborations with other artists.

Her art is used to reflect the world and people around her, capturing moments through this artistic and accessible medium. Typewriter Art does not overcomplicate but allows a moment to be depicted and celebrated in a true snapshot of beauty and poignancy.

She has appeared numerous times on television, including BBC News, The One Show and SKY Landscape Artist of the Year. She has created commissions for famous faces including Sue Perkins, Jeremy Vine and Bonnie Greer and typed live for Tom Hanks’ book launch in London. She also has an original hanging with short film and typewriter exhibited alongside in the National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh. Her work takes has taken across the UK and abroad, each place influences and inspires her creative process.

keirarathbone.com

Not Sold
Estimated at £1,000 - £1,200

 

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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