This painting was done while Basset was attending the Royal Academy
Schools part of the Royal Academy of Arts, London. Mr. Pierce was an ex-boxer
who would pose for portrait sessions at the Royal Academy Schools. Courtesy
of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Basset
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