Vintage Stamp Proof Sketch, English, Barry Driscoll, Welsh Black Bull, Framed

Our Stock # 26295

This is a vintage artist's proof sketch of the Welsh Black Bull. An English, framed original illustration for British Post Office stamps by Barry Driscoll, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980.

Barry Driscoll (1926–2006) was an acclaimed British wildlife artist and Royal College of Art alumnus, celebrated for his anatomically precise, lifelike animal illustrations. The 1984 Cattle Collection was a set of five exquisite, iconic designs commissioned by the UK Post Office, showcasing historic British and Irish cattle breeds.

A rare opportunity to own a piece of philatelic history, offering collectors a pristine, intimate look at the artist's original creative process. Each piece is signed by the artist, corroborated with the photograph used for illustrative purposes.

• Charming proof sketch of the Welsh Black Bull, descended from pre-Roman Welsh cattle
• Presents the proposed illustration to be considered for the 20 pence stamp
• Set within a tasteful frame and brown border card with gilt lining
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
  
  
• Shown in profile, the bull stands ahead of his proof sketch of Yr Wyddfa, or Snowdon
• Charmingly annotated with suggestions and the artist's ideas to the edge of the sketch
• One such note says 'Snowdon instead of Castell Côch' which featured on the published stamp
• Dressed to the rear with hanging wire, for ease of display

This is a fascinating vintage artist's proof sketch, offering a wonderful insight into the creation of designs for a run of British stamps. A treat for the collector of Driscoll's art, or the wider stamp collecting world. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 53cm (20.75'')
Max Depth: 2.5cm (1'')
Max Height: 48cm (19'')

Picture Width: 32.5cm (12.75'')
Picture Height: 26cm (10.25'')