John Michael (Michael) Challen Australia, 1957-2011
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About John Michael (Michael) Challen
Michael Challen was born in Newcastle, New South Wales in 1957, but moved with his family to Perth when he was 3 years old. He completed his primary and secondary education in Perth and then studied Zoology and Botany at WA University for two years, after which he briefly attended Claremont School of Art.
Our database records art auction sales of works by Michael Challen from 1974 and in total 46 works by the artist have been offered for sale, of which 42 (91%) were sold. The highest price recorded for the artist is $55,200 for Serenity Katherine Gorge sold by GFL Fine Art in August 2021. This year 2 works have been offered for sale. Works by Michael Challen are held by the National Gallery of Victoria and Art Gallery of Western Australia.
John Michael (Michael) Challen is not listed in any of the standard biographical references listed on our references page.
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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