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120 Gary Bunt (b.1957) British Good Morning Doris (2007)signed lower left, signed, titled & dated on reverse; poem inscribed on reverse (‘Good Morning
Doris, how’s the pup?’. ‘He’s alright but my gout’s flared up’)
oil on canvas
25.5 x 35.5cm (10 x 14in)
Provenance:
Sandford Gallery, Dublin (label verso);
Private Collection
€1,500-2,500 (£1,304-2,173)
Bunt was born in Kent in 1957. After showing early promise in a whole range of artistic pur-
suits he was offered a place at art college but instead elected to follow a career as a professional
musician. After several years as a successful guitarist Gary turned his back on the rock and roll
lifestyle and began to paint professionally.
Bunt’s subject matter derives from personal memories and everyday impressions, and each ele-
ment of his paintings is presented with wit and cheerful nostalgia. While he describes his earlier
work as “safe”, his illness encouraged him to become more expressive and channel his life expe-
riences and emotions into his engaging images. He also creates uplifting poetry to complement
each piece of artwork.