This collection consists of an assortment of original artworks and studies, primarily executed in graphite and pencil on wove paper and card, with at least one architectural study in watercolor. The diverse subject matter includes highly detailed celebrity portraits of James Dean and a footballer resembling Kevin Keegan, alongside portraits of a young girl and a woman. A significant portion of the collection features various dog breeds, including a Dalmatian, Bloodhound, Border Collie, Chihuahua, Pug, and Beagle. The lot also contains a coastal village scene and a study of a Victorian/Edwardian townhouse.
The artistic style is realistic and illustrative, employing fine hatching, stippling, and tonal shading techniques. Most works are signed by the artist as Michael Burgess or Michael in cursive script. Several pieces include printed copyright dates in the margins, such as ©1983 and ©1985. One portrait of James Dean is inscribed ORIGINAL in pencil. The works are unframed, with some mounted on card or presented in plastic protective sleeves.
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