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Lot 82 · The Collection of Sir Nicholas Goodison - British Art: Innovation and Craftsmanship

Study for Sculpture

Frank Dobson R.a. · chalk and charcoal on buff paper

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Estimate
£2,000–£3,000 hammer ≈ $2,697–$4,045
Result
Performance
Sale
Christie's — The Collection of Sir Nicholas Goodison - British Art: Innovation and Craftsmanship, London · 25 May 2022
Dimensions
21 3⁄4 x 14 1⁄2 in. (55.2 x 36.8 cm.)
Record ID
TB-2026-3463928
Record
first seen 28 Jul 2026 · updated 28 Jul 2026 · source ↗
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Frank Dobson R.a., Study for Sculpture. Christie's, 25 May 2022, lot 82. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-3463928.

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Frank Dobson R.a. Jeanne de Casalis 50cm (19 11/16in) high $4,783 Bonhams, Jul 2026
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