John Crellin (1951-2009) on motorbike
Date made: late 20th century
Artist: unknown artist
Description: John Crellin on a motorcycle during Tourist Trophy races. The motorcycle has the symbol of a baker, the logo of J.J.Crellin (bakers) of Douglas, the rider's grandfather and main sponsor.
John Crellin of Douglas was a civil engineer with the Department of Transport's design services division. He was a regular competitor in the Tourist Trophy and Manx Grand Prix races, and in his spare time was also a mountaineer, conquering six of the world's highest peaks.was killed riding in the 2009 Senior TT race.
Measurements: overall: 56 cm x 66 cm; unframed artwork: 48 cm x 58 cm
Materials: acrylic on canvas
Object name: painting
Collection: Art Collection
ID number: 2010-0002
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