Cecil Collins – ‘Standing Figure’

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Cecil Collins (1908-1989)

 

‘Standing Figure’

 

Ink and wash on paper

Signed and dated 1961

18cm X 10cm (approx.) In frame 29cm X 18cm (approx.)

Provenance – The drawing was purchased directly from Cecil Collins and comes from one of the principal collections of the artist’s work. Full details on application.

 

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In conversation with the original purchaser of this drawing, the artist described it as somewhat “Rembrandtesque” and also said that “there is a fragrant perfume about it”. It remains an enigmatic figure, drawn in 1961.

 

***There are links below to guide you on how to purchase and also to the biographical details of the artist.***

 

We also have TWO ARTICLES about Cecil Collins which can be viewed on our website. They are – ‘Painter of Reality’, a personal recollection of Cecil Collins, and an extract from the volume ‘A Celebration of Cecil Collins’. To read these there is a link below to our Articles and Commentaries section.

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