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Rex John Whistler
Shell oil advertising study in crayon & pencil on paper by British Rex Whistler

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A unique and early Shell advertising study from The Shell Archive by early 20th century British illustrator Rex John Whistler. The details of the work are as follows: Rex John Whistler (British, 1905 – 1944) Shell oil advertising study inscribed ‘Shell / that’s my increase – that was!’ pencil and crayon 7 x 8.1/2 in. (17.8 x 21.5 cm.) Provenance: Abbott & Holder, London The Shell Archive Rex John Whistler was a painter, illustrator, theatrical designer and muralist, a master of pastiche and trompe-l'oeil. Whistler's elegant baroque designs and witty murals enlivened many interiors including the Tate Gallery Refreshment Room (1926-7) and Plas Newydd, Isle of Anglesey (1936-8). He was killed while on active service during the Second World War.
  • Creator:
    Rex John Whistler (1905 - 1944, British)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Original folds and ‘Tippex’ marks evident. Paper hasn’t oxidised too much, in a cream frame, behind glass in a black wood frame with minor dents and abrasions.
  • Gallery Location:
    Petworth, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU540312666872
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