Lot 72029: Daraniyagala, Justin Pieris Untitled (Nude)

JUSTIN PIERIS DARANIYAGALA (Sri Lankan, 1903-1967) Untitled (Nude), 1936 Ink on paper 21-1/2 x 15 inches (54.6 x 38.1 cm) Signed and dated lower right: Justin Pieris 36 PROVENANCE: Mr. Ranjith Fernando NOTE: Ranjith Fernando was closely involved with the 1943 Group, which included Justin Pieris Daraniyagala. Fernando exhibited with these artists and promoted their work in London, Paris, and other European cities. Daraniyagala signed his works on paper from the 1930s as "Justin Pieris."