Albert Square, Manchester; numbered and signed by Delaney. Published in an edition of 850. Framed, glazed, mounted; large gilt wood frame. Near fine or better with no colour fading or toning of paper. Some patina to the frame’s extremities, age wear to the corners, otherwise very good. Signed and numbered in pencil to lower right and left respectively. Delaney’s painting was influenced by the work of L. Lowry and certain similarities can be seen, however in the main, his work is in oils and represents Manchester in the 1930’s, often featuring trams and symbolic connection and disconnection in his subject. A BOUT CANON & RARE BOOKSELLERS. Although a relative newcomer with just over a decade of market experience. Canon & Rare carries scholarly understanding that far surpasses this. Our speciality is in fine works of art and literature. We are partnered with only a handful of standout contemporary artists. And sell original works and multiples. Our collection is wide and in it you will find modern and contemporary works, fine prints and limited editions of the likes of Lowry, Hockney and Picasso. Likewise in our book section are rare first editions of modern fiction. Ian Fleming, Agatha Christie and JRR Tolkien to name a few. If you are looking for a specific work, we are on hand to help you with our live consultation service. This is to ensure that your items arrive in the same condition that they left us.