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Duncan Grant
(Scottish, 1885-1978)
Steam Bath
Estimate: $8,000-$12,000
Sold
$17,000
Live Auction
European Art
Size
9 1/2 x 13 inches.
Description
Duncan Grant
(Scottish, 1885-1978)
Steam Bath
oil on board
inscribed Duncan Grant (on the reverse)
9 1/2 x 13 inches.
Property from the Collection of Douglas Turnbaugh
Condition
Framed: 11 1/2 x 15 inches.Moderate deposits of surface dirt and dust; one pinpoint hole each in upper right and lower right corners, accompanied by small paint losses; a pattern of small brown liquid droplets in lower left corner. Under UV light: no apparent inpainting is visible. Additional images available upon request.Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold “as is,” in the condition they are in at the time of the auction. The physical condition of lots can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to inspect a lot personally or through a knowledgeable representative prior to bidding. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Prospective buyers must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction, and it is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that they have requested, received and considered any condition report.
Signature
inscribed Duncan Grant (on the reverse)
Provenance
Provenance:The ArtistCollection of Paul RocheAcquired from the above by the present ownerLot note:Duncan Grant, a prominent figure in the Bloomsbury Group was a painter, designer, and an influential member of the 20th century British modernist movement. His canvases, often resonating with elements of Post-Impressionism and Cubism, reflect his bold exploration of form and color. Beyond his paintings, Grant's influence extended to decorative arts and interior design. Duncan was linked artistically and romantically to Vanessa Bell, Virginia Woolf's sister, who was an equally influential member of the Bloomsbury Group. They worked together on interior designs, including their famous home in Charleston, Sussex, which became a vibrant hub for the Bloomsbury Group's gatherings. Despite Grant's open homosexuality, the two continued to live and work together until Vanessa's death in 1961. Paul Roche cared for the artist in his later years and was co-heir of his estate.