Marion Purvis Australia, 1932-.
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About Marion Purvis
Born in Sydney, Marion Purvis studied in Sydney and on overseas study tours. A figurative painter and printmaker, she has exhibited in Sydney since 1969, and has won several prizes.
In our database, 24 works by Marion Purvis are listed as being offered for sale, the earliest in 1990, of which 11 (46%) were sold. The highest price recorded for the artist is $1,080 for Untitled sold by Davidson Auctions in March 2024. This year one work has been offered for sale.
Marion Purvis is listed in the following standard biographical references:
- Germaine, Max. Artists and Galleries of Australia, Volumes 1 & 2, Third Edition. Craftsman Press, Sydney, 1990. Page 562
- Germaine, Max. A Dictionary of Women Artists of Australia. Craftsman House, Sydney, 1991. Page 372
Artists' Resale Royalty
Could the second and subsequent works by this artist sold after June 9, 2010 for over $1,000 be liable for the Artists' Resale Royalty? More info…
Yes, eligible, subject to the artist satisfying the residency test. The artist is alive or has been deceased for less than 70 years. Contact the Copyright Agency for information on the residency test.
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