Evaluation & composition of John Armstrong painting

philo · Jan 28, 2008, 11:42 AM

I am wondering about a painting I have by John Armstrong. I have researched and found the following but I am not sure of evaluation or composition. I have attached a photo.

The size is 32" x 24" and it is signed JA 46 on the bottom right hand corner. On the back it says John Armstrong Lefevre Galleries 131 New Bond Street W1. It is tempera on wood. The V&A have ten of his works in their collection and the Tate has three; but neither are aware of the existence of this painting.

Any help much appreciated.

AngusMaguire · Mar 26, 2008, 04:05 AM

Philo, i am a fine art auctioneer based in London specialising in Modern British Art. John Armstrong is one of the key members of the British Surrealist movement, particularly before WWII. Your picture is a good example of his later work and may be quite valuable if authentic. Would have to see it first before valuation, but its good thing...

AngusMaguire · Mar 31, 2008, 05:33 AM

Philo, did you get my message regarding the John Armstrong??



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