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Oliver Barker and Francis Bacon in The Front Row

April 28, 2015 by Marion Maneker

Bacon Self-Portait at Sotheby's

Sotheby’s auctioneer, Oliver Barker, went on the BBC’s The Front Row to discuss the story behind the two Francis Bacon self portraits that have not been seen since they were purchased from the artist in 1976 and 1981. (Click on the ‘Chapter’ heading for Francis Bacon Portraits for Sale to hear his segment.)

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