From a skip to the Saatchi: the dazzling outsider artist we almost lost
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- Jan 6, 2023
- #Art
A neighbour’s vigilance saved George Westren’s stunning works being binned by removal men. Now the remarkable story ends with a showpiece exhibit
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Marius Watz @mariuswatz
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Jan 7, 2023
The story of @cgwtf rescuing his neighbor's art after he passed away still makes me smile. Sure, the whole "outsider artist" narrative is a bit of a mixed bag, but I'd much rather art find a home that's not in a garbage dump. ❤️🔥🙏 The @saatchi_gallery show looks great, Alan!