And finally…”no deal” for Farage painting

Image courtesy of The Royal Academy

A portrait of Nigel Farage valued at £25,000 has failed to attract a single bid at one of Britain’s most prestigious art shows.

The painting, by David Griffiths, shows the politician in his trademark purple-striped tie.

It was featured in the Royal Academy’s summer exhibition.



Griffiths, whose other well-known subjects include the Prince of Wales, said he was not too disappointed the portrait had not sold.

“These things ebb and flow,” he told the Sun. “Prices of paintings, like everything else, aren’t set in stone. It would certainly be gratifying if Nigel’s portrait were to find a good home.”

The idea of painting Farage was suggested by a mutual friend, Griffiths said. “He is a major figure, whatever you think of him. He’s Mr Brexit, isn’t he?”

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