A rare portrait of Mandela
February 2008
Oil on canvas
20 by 24 inches, unframed
36 3/8 by 40 ½ inches, framed
Signed by Nelson Mandela on reverse
Painted by Richard Stone, from sittings at the offices of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Johannesburg, February 2008
Mr. Stone was personally invited to paint this portrait by Mr. Mandela and has donated his services to this project.
To be auctioned by Christie’s London on 25th June, 2008, as part of Mr. Mandela’s 90th Birthday Celebrations.
All monies raised from the auction of this original work will be donated to the 46664 Foundation.
Please view the portrait in the Gallery Section, and visit the Press & Media Section for more information.
