Michael Lyne (British, 1912-1989)
The Grand National, 1972 - Becher's first time
signed 'Michael Lyne' (lower left), inscribed and dated '1972 Grand National Bechers First Time' (on the stretcher)
oil on canvas
28 x 36 in. (71.1 x 91.4 cm.)
Provenance
with Frost and Reed, London.
Lot Essay
On the Grand National Steeplechase course at Aintree, 'Becher's Brook' is fence number six and measures four feet and ten inches high.