Self-portrait

Augustus Edwin John, O.M., R.A. (1878-1961) Self-portrait signed and dated 'John 1941' (centre right) and with inscription in the hand of Villiers David 'Augustus John drew this/portrait of himself on 10th September, 1941./It was a request of/mine, made eight/years ago./Villiers David.' (on a letter attached to the backboard). charcoal 14 x 9 7/8 in. (35.6 x 25.1 cm.)