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At easel

Tim Bonyhady recalls his experience as sitter for his close friend and former National Portrait Gallery Director, the late Andrew Sayers.

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Self Portrait with sun damage, 2014 by Andrew Sayers.
Self Portrait with sun damage, 2014 by Andrew Sayers.
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