BARRY LEIGHTON-JONES. MONTAGE OF JOHN WAYNE. Large painting 5 scenes of John Wayne directly from various movies, over a western scenic background. This very rare piece is the original 1/1. Signed lower right, Leighton-Jones . It was originally commissioned by Ted Turner, who owns full rights to it's reproduction. The works was originally created for the John Wayne Archival Films, form Metro Goldwyn Meyer (MGM). Though Turner holds rights to the work, the artist Barry was allowed to keep the original, which was lost in an attic in London and then sold. This piece has come from its original owner who has the original documentation. Barry Leighton-Jones was born in London, a direct descendant of Lord Frederic Leighton. Leighton-Jones won his first art competition at the age of 5 and was later schooled by John Minton. Leighton-Jones' work has been noticed by many important people; Ted Turner's preference for Barry's work has made him a lead candidate for promotional works (ads, banners, theater marques and commemorative pieces), not only John Wayne, but also for the 50th Anniversary releases of Gone With The Wind and The Wizard Of Oz. Barry is also the official artist for the world famous clown, Emmett Kelly. 27 original paintings and 25 original drawings have been completed for this collection. This work titled "The Duke Montage" is a very important piece, as it is the first known original work by this artist to be brought to auction. 35"W x 17"H.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000.