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Lot 423 · British and Continental Watercolours including Original

An unwanted intrusion

Francesco Coleman · pencil and watercolour

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Estimate
£1,200–£1,800 hammer ≈ $2,179–$3,269
Result
Performance
Sale
Christie's — British and Continental Watercolours including Original , London (South Kensington) · 1 July 2004
Dimensions
21¼ x 15 in. (54 x 38 cm.)
Record ID
TB-2026-5907077
Record
first seen 28 Jul 2026 · updated 28 Jul 2026 · source ↗
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Francesco Coleman, An unwanted intrusion. Christie's, 1 Jul 2004, lot 423. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-5907077.

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