Six letters from Freddy Mayor, Mayor Gallery, to Margaret Nash, and eight replies from Margaret Nash, includes one letter from G.F. Wyatt on Freddy Mayor's behalf.

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  • Reference
    • GB 70 TGA 7050/2940-2954
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1947 - 1950
  • Physical Description
    • 15 pieces

Scope and Content

The letters concern the sale or proposed sale of Paul Nash paintings including 'Berkshire Downs' (TGA 7050/ 2940-1), 'The Tower' (TGA 7050/2943-4), 'Sun Rays' (TGA 7050/2946, 1952), 'Oxford from Hinksey' (TGA 7050/2947) and 'The Bird Cage' textile design (TGA 7050/2952-3). Also mentions the sale of a Paul Nash collection to Birmingham City Art Gallery (TGA 7050/2946-7, 2949, 2953); the sale of a Henry Moore statue 'Torso' (TGA 7050/2953); Margaret Nash's trustees (TGA 7050/2952); and her financial situation (TGA 7050/2949-511, 1953). TGA 7050/2945 includes notes by Margaret Nash.