Modern British Art

Four fresh-to-market works by the Edwardian enfant terrible artist come for sale in Exeter

Leading several modestly pitched highlights at Ewbank’s (25% buyer’s premium) in Surrey last month was this signed charcoal portrait of a girl by Welsh painter Augustus John (1878-1961).

German artist Hans Bellmer (1902-75) explored themes of desire, sexuality and the subconscious mind through his surrealistic sculptures, drawings and photographs.

Oil sketch appears at auction two decades on but overall the artist’s premium works are in short supply

Overseas buyer emerges victorious as Old Master generates fierce competition in an Oxford sale

Records have tumbled in recent years for works by Guyanese artist Aubrey Williams (1926-90), reflecting a growing appreciation for the painter’s output and his contribution to Modern British art.

Successful Scottish art sale suggests significant single-owner groups do not have to be a vital component

Annual London showcase of dealer exhibitions offers wide range of artists and styles across 500 years

Dreweatts’ (26/25/20/12.5% buyer’s premium) single-owner dispersal of items from Bussock Wood on June 4 included significant works from the Modern British canon.

Forming part of a small body of work relating to Malta, this vibrant oil by Julian Trevelyan (1910-88) was the runaway star in a Modern Art & Design sale at Keys (22% buyer’s premium).

‘Charming’ view by the Cornish artist lacking his usual dominant figures takes top spot in Penzance sale