Illustrations by Sir Quentin Blake Sold to Benefit Comic Relief in the Christie’s Valuable Books and Manuscripts Auction 13 July 2022
LONDON: Christie’s Valuable Books and Manuscripts auction on 13 July will present a collection of 15 drawings by Sir Quentin Blake, sold to benefit Comic Relief. The individual drawings will comprise 10 original illustrations completed for a virtual production of Beauty and the Beast: A Pantomime for Comic Relief, which aired on BBC Two for Christmas 2021. A further 5 drawings, including a design for a Red Nose Day charity tote bag, will also be offered. The illustrations will be on view and open to the public at Christie’s London from 9 to 12 July.
Money raised through the auction will help Comic Relief support vital life changing work, tackling issues including homelessness, domestic abuse, poverty and mental health problems in the UK and around the world.
Sophie Hopkins, Specialist, Christie’s Valuable Books and Manuscripts: “We are thrilled to present collectors with 15 new illustrations by one of Britain's best-loved illustrators, sold to benefit Comic Relief. The works include newly-imagined scenes from a literary classic, Beauty and the Beast, alongside one-of-a-kind designs sure to appeal to all Quentin Blake enthusiasts.”
Samir Patel, CEO, Comic Relief: “This truly special collection of drawings are filled with Sir Quentin’s unmistakable charm, wit, and playfulness that we’ve all become so familiar with over the years. We’re incredibly grateful to have this fantastic opportunity to work with both Quentin and Christie’s to raise money to help people struggling in the UK and around the world.”
