'Essential' (David Farrell)

Hold Still: A Portrait of Our Nation in 2020 © Christopher Cox

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'Essential' (David Farrell)

by Christopher Cox
digital image file, 7th May 2020
Given by Christopher Cox, 2021
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NPG x201416

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  • Christopher Cox (1964-), Company Director. Artist or producer of 1 portrait.

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Artist's statement: This was the first time I had been out for seven weeks and what struck me most was how friendly and happy everyone was. Strangers were keen to stop and chat to each other. This Oban street sweeper was carrying out essential work, but had time to pass the time of day.

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