Superb original vintage signed ink sketch of an exhausted boxer sitting in his corner, being rubbed down by one trainer and fanned with a large towel by another, titled “The Losing Side,” on an off-white 9 x 7 sheet, signed under the image, “Winston S. Churchill—/92.” Sheet is affixed to a 10.75 x 8.25 mount. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of toning over image from previous display, and toning, soiling, and adhesive remnants to mount. Apparently the young Churchill gave this picture to the owners of a sweet shop close to Harrow School, and it remained in their family until its sale. This appears to be the earliest-known artwork by Churchill, with it's title decidedly ironic in light of the man's future achievements. Provenance: Christies.
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