Description
Robert Bates
(American, b.1943)
Offered is a miniature watercolor painting depicting a surrealistic view of a lady, man and young boy in a garden with an obelisk in the distance and planets in the sky.
Sight 4 ¾ by 5 ¾ inches
Frame 11 ¾ by 12 â… inches
Signed lower right R C Bates
Dated lower right 1983
The painting is in excellent condition. It is well framed under an archival mat surrounded by a simple, thin gold frame.
Robert Bates (b.1943). Born in Wolverhampton, he went on to study art at the Royal College of art in London, graduating in 1968. He began exhibiting his work all over London and Ireland. His work has become part of collections worldwide including the British Museum, the National Gallery of Victoria Australia, and the National Trust's foundation for the Arts in addition to many private collections.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: excellent condition
Dimensions:
Height: 12.62 in.
Width: 11.75 in.
Depth: 0.75 in.
Category: Paintings
Origin: United Kingdom
Materials: Watercolor
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(American, b.1943)
Offered is a miniature watercolor painting depicting a surrealistic view of a lady, man and young boy in a garden with an obelisk in the distance and planets in the sky.
Sight 4 ¾ by 5 ¾ inches
Frame 11 ¾ by 12 â… inches
Signed lower right R C Bates
Dated lower right 1983
The painting is in excellent condition. It is well framed under an archival mat surrounded by a simple, thin gold frame.
Robert Bates (b.1943). Born in Wolverhampton, he went on to study art at the Royal College of art in London, graduating in 1968. He began exhibiting his work all over London and Ireland. His work has become part of collections worldwide including the British Museum, the National Gallery of Victoria Australia, and the National Trust's foundation for the Arts in addition to many private collections.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: excellent condition
Dimensions:
Height: 12.62 in.
Width: 11.75 in.
Depth: 0.75 in.
Category: Paintings
Origin: United Kingdom
Materials: Watercolor
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; excellent condition
Buyer's Premium
20%
1980s Robert Bates Surreal Miniature Painting
Estimate $770-$2,300
Starting Price
$460
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The Connoisseur's Estate II
May 29, 2026 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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