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ARTIST: Barry Wilkinson (United Kingdom, 1923 - 2007) TITLE: The Sultan Ahmet Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey (titled on verso) YEAR: 1983 MEDIUM: watercolor on board CONDITION: Overall good. ART SIZE: 11 x 9 inches / 27 x 22 cm BOARD SIZE: 13 x 12 inches / 33 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: has artist's label on verso PROVENANCE: Collection of James A Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 142219 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Barry Wilkinson A.R.C.A. (1923�2007) was a British artist, illustrator, and designer. Born in Dewsbury, Yorkshire, he served in the Royal Air Force from 1942 to 1947 before studying at the Royal College of Art, where he earned a Diploma in Stained Glass. After teaching in that field, he transitioned to graphics and became Head of Department at Wimbledon College of Art. In 1961, Barry became a freelance illustrator and moved to Sevenoaks. His early freelance work included designing the Regent Street Christmas decorations in London. He illustrated for the Radio Times, created children�s books for Bodley Head and Puffin, and illustrated Paddington Bear books for Collins. He also produced artwork for BBC�s Jackanory, educational programs, and stamp designs for Unicover in the United States. A passionate film and jazz enthusiast, Barry was known for his deep knowledge of cinema and his admiration for Duke Ellington. He lived in Brighton for 27 years, and after his passing, his wife donated his extensive film and illustration collection to the University of Sussex.