LS Lowry's 'Going To The Mill' Sells for Over £800,000 at Auction

A rare LS Lowry painting, 'Going To The Mill,' originally purchased for £10 in 1926 by Manchester Guardian literary editor Arthur Wallace, has sold at auction for over £800,000 after remaining in the same family for nearly a century. The artwork, painted in 1925 and considered one of Lowry’s earliest sales, exemplifies his conceptual approach and artistic dexterity, moving beyond the 'matchstick men' stereotype to convey themes of urban isolation. Auction specialists highlighted the exceptional nature of the work, both for its historical significance and for its continuous provenance within one family. The sale underlines Lowry’s enduring impact and reputation as a major figure in British art, with experts noting that 'Going To The Mill' captures the period when Lowry developed his unique artistic voice.