Duncan Grant - 'Flowers on a Chair', 20th century oil on canvas, signed and dated '71 recto, titled note from the artist and another from Ian Askew verso, 44cm x 33.5cm, within a stained wood frame. Provenance: Peter and Greta Carreras purchased the painting from the Ringmer Festival which was organised by Ian Askew: the painting is being sold on behalf of the Sussex Heritage Trust, who were gifted the work by the Carreras. The artist's note, identified by the handwriting and address, is inscribed 'For Ringmer Festival. Artist: Duncan Grant. Picture: Flowers on a Chair, oil on canvas. Price £50. Address: Charleston, Firle, Sussex'. The second note signed by Ian Askew, inscribed '1st June '72. It will be in order to collect the Duncan Grant (£50) on Saturday from the house if this is convenient for you. I may not be about so I would be grateful if you would leave your cheque with the housekeeper or whoever answers the door, Ian Askew'.