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Sir Albert Richardson PRA Panoramic view across Durham
Monochrome Wash 22 x 33 cm A unique monochrome wash composition depicting a panoramic view across the Durham skyline. Richardson painted this view of Durham Cathedral, potentially from where Milburngate Bridge now stands. Rolling hills and church spires populate the foreground, while the magnificent cathedral looms over the rest of the city. Sir Albert Richardson (1880-1964) was a leading architect, teacher and architectural historian in the 20th century. In Durham, he is best known for his involvement in the designs of Durham University's buildings and for his work on the Durham Castle and Cathedral area. Richardson's contributions were part of a broader movement of restoring and enhancing historical buildings, while also integrating new designs that respected the local architectural style. He was notably part of a wider team of architects and restorers who worked to maintain the cathedral's status as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Condition: Generally very good, some age toning and a little faint spotting to paper, painted on rough Whatman. -
John Chaplain
Venetian View of Santa Maria della Salute
Etching and aquatint 14 x 18 cm Signed in bottom left and right hand corners. View of Santa Maria della Salute from Riva degli Schiavani with the statue of King Emmanuel II, created c.1920. Condition: Generally very good, some age toning but only to margins. -
Charles E. Brown Lancaster bomber, G for George
Silver gelatine photograph 21 x 14 cm This striking black and white photograph by Charles E. Brown showcases the magnificent Lancaster bomber, G for George W4783. Unlike many of Brown's other photographs of aeroplanes mid-air, G for George is parked. The viewer is treated to a unique view through the cockpit, with the steering wheel and aircraft controls clearly in view. In general, Lancaster bombers were used as British heavy bombers in the Second World War. G for George is, however, of particular note as the second most prolific operational bomber; most operational Lancasters were shot down after 20 sorties whereas G for George survived 90 before being retired. It is now preserved at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. Charles E. Brown (1896-1982) was a British commercial aviation photography whose career spanned both World Wars. He worked primarily for British newspapers, the aviation industry and as a freelance commercial photographer with official accreditation as a war correspondent. He retired as an aviation photographer in 1964 and the Royal Airforce Museum has preserved his aviation archive of 30,000 images since 1978. -
Join the School Saving Bank Vintage poster, lithograph
36 x 25 cm Printed 1967, numbered 4/67 The post-war period in the United States saw the growth of the school savings bank movement, in which children were encouraged to save money by opening and regularly depositing into savings bank accounts through the school. This poster was presumably designed to be hung in classrooms across the country. Showcasing a colourful minimalist design, this poster features a circle with the slogan 'Join the School Saving Bank' in a configuration that recalls the face of a coin, -
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Les champs de neige de Val d'Isère Original vintage skiing poster
Lithograph 60 x 40 cm Vintage travel poster for the popular Val d'Isère ski resort. Includes an illustration of a group of skiers looking over the peaks of the snowy alps. Originally produced for the French tourist board. Condition: very good If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. Click here for other original vintage travel posters. -
Vivan Bewick Searchlight Battery Pencil and gouache 22 x 13 cm Signed and dated to lower left. This striking multimedia composition depicts two operators working as part of a searchlight battery, a specialised unit tasked with operating the powerful searchlights in the air defence systems of the Second World War. His use of clean horizontal and perpendicular lines gives a certain depth to this unique work. In addition to this, the contrast between Bewick's use of dark gouache and the white of the flash lights creates a strong impression of illumination, making this piece stand out in any room. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. While fulfilling his military duties in the Royal Artillery during the Second World War, Bewick maintained his artistic pursuits. He contributed to the wall-newspaper "Swillbin," a tradition from the First World War, and designed army Christmas cards. Additionally, he illustrated technical manuals and conducted art classes and exhibitions, with critiques by James Bateman R.A. After the war, Bewick continued his artistic education and career, spending five years at St. Martin’s School of Art and London University. He also engaged in part-time teaching of adults in art clubs, societies, and colleges and exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and the Royal Society of British Artists. Condition: Generally very good. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Vivian Bewick Leopold von Habsburg, original vintage book cover
India ink and body colour 30 x 26 cm This work was originally a book cover design for the biography on Leopold Habsburg by the esteemed British author and biographer C.E. Vulliamy (1886–1971). It showcases the title of the work in a bold font with the Habsburg crest resplendent in gold in the background. Bewick personally wrote the medium and his address at Buckhurst Hall on the reverse of this cover, rendering it a unique piece for any collection. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. Condition: Generally very good. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Vivian Bewick Montezumas Daughter, original vintage book cover
Wash and gouache 34 x 28 cm This work was originally a book cover design for the historical adventure novel 'Montezumas Daughter' by the Victorian writer Sir Henry Rider Haggard. The cover depicts two men, presumably including the protagonist Harry Thurston, engaged in a duel. As one of the subjects falls across the cover, his hand reaching helplessly outwards, Bewick alludes to the tragic themes explored in this intriguing novel exploring colonialism and the Spanish Inquisition. On the reverse of this cover, Bewick personally wrote the medium and his address at Buckhurst Hall, rendering it a unique addition to any collection. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. -
Vivan Bewick Anti-tank gun in action
Gouache 24 x 32 cm Signed and dated to lower right. This striking gouache depicts, according to the artist, 'an anti-tank gun, with Australian crew, on the road to Damascus with a Vichy tank burning in the background.' The low-level angle and side profile of the soldiers creates a sense of drama, with the rimmed hat of the standing soldier recalling the Wild West, lending a certain heroic quality to this piece. With the heavy billowing smoke and the men poised to shoot, Bewick masterfully captures a moment of wartime suspense. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. While fulfilling his military duties in the Royal Artillery during the Second World War, Bewick maintained his artistic pursuits. He contributed to the wall-newspaper "Swillbin," a tradition from the First World War, and designed army Christmas cards. Additionally, he illustrated technical manuals and conducted art classes and exhibitions, with critiques by James Bateman R.A. After the war, Bewick continued his artistic education and career, spending five years at St. Martin’s School of Art and London University. He also engaged in part-time teaching of adults in art clubs, societies, and colleges and exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and the Royal Society of British Artists. Condition: Generally very good. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Vivan Bewick Anti-aircraft battery in action
Gouache 28 x 20 cm Signed and dated in bottom left hand corner. This striking gouache depicts an anti-aircraft battery in action: shots are being fired, smoke is billowing, the night sky is illuminated by the flashes of artillery. Through his skilful creation of silhouettes, Bewick fosters an undeniable feeling of suspense, as is characteristic of his wartime work. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. While fulfilling his military duties in the Royal Artillery during the Second World War, Bewick maintained his artistic pursuits. He contributed to the wall-newspaper "Swillbin," a tradition from the First World War, and designed army Christmas cards. Additionally, he illustrated technical manuals and conducted art classes and exhibitions, with critiques by James Bateman R.A. After the war, Bewick continued his artistic education and career, spending five years at St. Martin’s School of Art and London University. He also engaged in part-time teaching of adults in art clubs, societies, and colleges and exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and the Royal Society of British Artists. Condition: Generally very good. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Vivan Bewick British Matilda Tank
Gouache 6 x 9 cm Signed to the reverse. This striking miniature gouache depicts a British Matilda tank rolling through the bleak no man's land. Bewick produced this gouache as for the 'tank-recognition' series in Swill-bin. Swill-bin was a wall-newspaper produced by soldiers; it originated in the First World War and was revived once again during the Second World War. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. While fulfilling his military duties in the Royal Artillery during the Second World War, Bewick maintained his artistic pursuits. He contributed to the wall-newspaper "Swillbin," a tradition from the First World War, and designed army Christmas cards. Additionally, he illustrated technical manuals and conducted art classes and exhibitions, with critiques by James Bateman R.A. After the war, Bewick continued his artistic education and career, spending five years at St. Martin’s School of Art and London University. He also engaged in part-time teaching of adults in art clubs, societies, and colleges and exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and the Royal Society of British Artists. Condition: Generally very good. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Vivan Bewick British Valentine Tank
Gouache 6 x 9 cm Signed to the reverse. This striking miniature gouache depicts a British Valentine tank rolling through the no man's land at night. Bewick produced this gouache as for the 'tank-recognition' series in Swill-bin. Swill-bin was a wall-newspaper produced by soldiers; it originated in the First World War and was revived once again during the Second World War. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. While fulfilling his military duties in the Royal Artillery during the Second World War, Bewick maintained his artistic pursuits. He contributed to the wall-newspaper "Swillbin," a tradition from the First World War, and designed army Christmas cards. Additionally, he illustrated technical manuals and conducted art classes and exhibitions, with critiques by James Bateman R.A. After the war, Bewick continued his artistic education and career, spending five years at St. Martin’s School of Art and London University. He also engaged in part-time teaching of adults in art clubs, societies, and colleges and exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and the Royal Society of British Artists. Condition: Generally very good. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Vivan Bewick German Panzerkampfwagen III
Gouache 6 x 9 cm Signed to the reverse. This striking miniature gouache depicts a German Panzerkampfwagen III, commonly known as the Panzer III, rolling through a desert landscape. Bewick produced this gouache as for the 'tank-recognition' series in Swill-bin. Swill-bin was a wall-newspaper produced by soldiers; it originated in the First World War and was revived once again during the Second World War. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. While fulfilling his military duties in the Royal Artillery during the Second World War, Bewick maintained his artistic pursuits. He contributed to the wall-newspaper "Swillbin," a tradition from the First World War, and designed army Christmas cards. Additionally, he illustrated technical manuals and conducted art classes and exhibitions, with critiques by James Bateman R.A. After the war, Bewick continued his artistic education and career, spending five years at St. Martin’s School of Art and London University. He also engaged in part-time teaching of adults in art clubs, societies, and colleges and exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and the Royal Society of British Artists. Condition: Generally very good. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Vivan Bewick German Panzerkampfwagen III
Gouache 6 x 9 cm Signed to the reverse. This striking miniature gouache depicts a Soviet T-34/76 powering through a mountainous snowscape. The T-34/76 had a truly long lasting impact on the battlefield, with an impressive balance of firepower, armour protection and mobility. Bewick produced this gouache as for the 'tank-recognition' series in Swill-bin. Swill-bin was a wall-newspaper produced by soldiers; it originated in the First World War and was revived once again during the Second World War. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. While fulfilling his military duties in the Royal Artillery during the Second World War, Bewick maintained his artistic pursuits. He contributed to the wall-newspaper "Swillbin," a tradition from the First World War, and designed army Christmas cards. Additionally, he illustrated technical manuals and conducted art classes and exhibitions, with critiques by James Bateman R.A. After the war, Bewick continued his artistic education and career, spending five years at St. Martin’s School of Art and London University. He also engaged in part-time teaching of adults in art clubs, societies, and colleges and exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and the Royal Society of British Artists. Condition: Generally very good. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Vivan Bewick British Valentine Tank
Gouache 6 x 9 cm Signed to the reverse. This striking miniature gouache depicts a British Valentine tank rolling through the desolate no man's land with two other tanks rolling in the background. Bewick produced this gouache as for the 'tank-recognition' series in Swill-bin. Swill-bin was a wall-newspaper produced by soldiers; it originated in the First World War and was revived once again during the Second World War. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. While fulfilling his military duties in the Royal Artillery during the Second World War, Bewick maintained his artistic pursuits. He contributed to the wall-newspaper "Swillbin," a tradition from the First World War, and designed army Christmas cards. Additionally, he illustrated technical manuals and conducted art classes and exhibitions, with critiques by James Bateman R.A. After the war, Bewick continued his artistic education and career, spending five years at St. Martin’s School of Art and London University. He also engaged in part-time teaching of adults in art clubs, societies, and colleges and exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and the Royal Society of British Artists. Condition: Generally very good, save small brown mark top left. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Vivian Bewick Allegory of St Michael slaying the Dragon
Gouache 22 x 13 cm Signed to reverse along with the Golden Hinde, probably for publication in Swillbin or similar. This gouache depicts a striking allegory of St Michael slaying the dragon. In this configuration a valiant soldier stands in for St Michael as he stakes a spear through the heart of Hitler, and therefore fascism. Bold lines, colour and strong forms tell a story, bringing this work to life and distinguishing it from Bewick's other pieces. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. While fulfilling his military duties in the Royal Artillery during the Second World War, Bewick maintained his artistic pursuits. He contributed to the wall-newspaper "Swillbin," a tradition from the First World War, and designed army Christmas cards. Additionally, he illustrated technical manuals and conducted art classes and exhibitions, with critiques by James Bateman R.A. After the war, Bewick continued his artistic education and career, spending five years at St. Martin’s School of Art and London University. He also engaged in part-time teaching of adults in art clubs, societies, and colleges and exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and the Royal Society of British Artists. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Vivian Bewick Night must fall, original vintage book cover
Gouache 24 x 16 cm Signed to reverse This vibrant work was originally a book cover design for the play 'Night Must Fall' by Emlyn Williams. This psychological thriller follows the story of a charming yet mysterious young man named Dan, who takes a job as a caregiver for Mrs. Bramson, an irritable and wealthy elderly woman living in a secluded English countryside home. Despite his charisma, Dan harbours a dark secret, as he is revealed to be a murderer. This striking composition features Bewick's characteristically masterful use of silhouette to create an effect of suspense and tension, in-keeping with the themes of the play. The bright colours against dark gouache make this piece stand out and notably distinguish it as a beautiful work within Bewick's extensive oeuvre. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. -
Vivan Bewick British light tanks
Gouache 17 x 25 cm This striking gouache depicts two British light tanks in formation. Bewick captures the details of these vehicles seemingly with ease, using contrasts between lighter and darker colours to create a sense of depth. In this unique composition, he also exploits gouache as a medium, exploiting its opaqueness as he depicts the tanks whipping up the sand beneath them. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. While fulfilling his military duties in the Royal Artillery during the Second World War, Bewick maintained his artistic pursuits. He contributed to the wall-newspaper "Swillbin," a tradition from the First World War, and designed army Christmas cards. Additionally, he illustrated technical manuals and conducted art classes and exhibitions, with critiques by James Bateman R.A. After the war, Bewick continued his artistic education and career, spending five years at St. Martin’s School of Art and London University. He also engaged in part-time teaching of adults in art clubs, societies, and colleges and exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and the Royal Society of British Artists. Condition: Generally very good, slight age toning, mounted to board. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
18th Century View of Cambridge
Engraving 15 x 20 cm This detailed engraving captures an 18th century view of Cambridge from the West. Green expanses dominate the piece, featuring scholars pictured resting or wandering in the foreground. In the background, the Cambridge skyline is clearly visible, where the view over the Backs is unmistakeable. From King's College Chapel, to Trinity's world famous Wren Library, Great St Mary's Church and the medieval spire of Queen's College, many of the historical Cambridge landmarks still recognisable today are to be found in this intriguing composition. Condition: Generally very good, some age toning to paper. If you’d like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. For other views of Cambridge, click here. -
Birth of a Bomber
Photographic reproduction, 12 large plates c. 1940 38 x 40 cm 'This is the story of the production of the Handley-Page "Halifax" heavy bomber. The Air Ministry of Aircraft production tell the manufacturers what kind of aircraft they want, and what they require it to do. First comes the design which has to be worked out in all its details by large numbers of designers and draughtsmen.' Produced by the Ministry of Information, this striking brochure showcases an engineer hard at work designing a Halifax heavy bomber. The Halifax bomber was first introduced to combat in November 1940, three months after the first bombing raid in Germany took place. Throughout the war, both the Halifax and Lancaster bombers proved themselves as steadfast four-engine military planes. This poster goes some way to demystify the processes that went into its design and manufacturing, and the original photo belongs to a larger archive--now at the Imperial War Museum--documenting the production of such aircraft. -
Sir Albert Richardson PRA Architectural Study of Dieppe Cathedral
Watercolour & Pencil 27 x 17 cm Signed bottom left and dated 1956 to bottom right. Sir Albert Edward Richardson (1880–1964) was a distinguished British architect, teacher, and historian, known for his deep reverence for classical design principles and his pivotal contributions to architecture during the 20th century. He was a prolific figure whose work and writings championed traditional architectural forms amidst the rise of modernism. Richardson was captivated by the charm of Dieppe, its historic architecture, and its position as a cultural hub. He saw the town as a rich repository of architectural styles, particularly French Baroque and Rococo, which complemented his interest in classical and historical design. As with other towns, he played an active role in efforts to preserve and document Dieppe’s architectural heritage. While in Dieppe, Richardson produced numerous sketches and drawings of Dieppe’s streetscapes, detailing its historic buildings, market squares, and coastal landscapes. Such works remain valuable as a record of the town’s architectural history. The work pictured here is one such example of Richardson's Dieppe sketches. The terracotta coloured roof of Dieppe cathedral stands out in watercolour against the pencil sketching of the ornate masonry details, meanwhile townsfolk are sketched into the foreground, wandering down the impressive street. Richardson blends the daily life of the city with the monumental architecture that has become part of its landscape. In doing so, he highlights the historical and architectural significance of this area. -
Sir Albert Richardson PRA Architectural Study of the Cathedral of Our Lady, Antwerp Watercolour 33 x 20 cm Signed and dated 1963. Sir Albert Edward Richardson (1880–1964) was a distinguished British architect, teacher, and historian, known for his deep reverence for classical design principles and his pivotal contributions to architecture during the 20th century. He was a prolific figure whose work and writings championed traditional architectural forms amidst the rise of modernism. Sir Albert Richardson's involvement with Antwerp is less well-documented and less prolific than his contributions in other areas, such as Dieppe or his architectural work in Britain. However, as in the other cities, he remained captivated by the architecture of Antwerp and produced numerous studies, including this watercolour of the Cathedral of Our Lady, during his time there. Condition: Generally very good, slight age toning to paper.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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G F Nicholls Early 20th century view of Oxford Gouache 36 x 28 cm Signed to lower left George Frederick Nicholls (1857–1939) was a British painter renowned for his topographical artworks, particularly those depicting the landscapes of Cornwall, the Cotswolds, and Oxford. His works are characterised by strong technique and his ability to capture light and typically depict picturesque views over rural England. His art continues to be appreciated today for its detailed representation of early 20th-century British landscapes. Nicholls painted this gouache of All Souls College from Oxford high street in the early 20th century. It captures the bustle of everyday city life, with a car trundling down the street, people crossing the road and engaging in some light window shopping. Condition: Generally very goodIf you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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Cecil Keeling Taking cover in the trenches Pen, ink and wash 20 x 26 cm Initialled lower right This poignant work depicts three soldiers sheltering from a raid in the trenches. As searchlights illuminate the night sky, two of the men shield their ears, seemingly bracing themselves for the horrors of the night, while the third looks to the side, as if something has caught his attention. While the fear of the two men is palpable, the other man--wrapped up in his blanket, looking into the distance--seems numbed to the conflict around him. Perhaps based on his personal experiences of serving in the Middle East, Keeling powerfully captures the subtlety of emotions of his subjects and thereby uniquely represents the experience of war. Cecil Keeling (1912-1976) was an English designer and illustrator and was known for his diverse artistic techniques, including scraperboard, lithography, linocuts, and wood engravings. He studied at the Putney School of Art, before continuing his studies at the Chelsea School of Art. His work is generally characterised by a blend of traditional and modern techniques, reflecting his adaptability and creative range. He is remembered for his keen attention to detail and a deep appreciation for the subjects he depicted. Condition: Generally very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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Cecil Keeling The Voice of Authority Pen, ink and wash 22 x 18 cm Signed lower right This poignant work depicts a British soldier, stripped down to his underwear, being inspected by a senior officer. The contrast between the two men, one wrapped up in an oversized trench coat, the other wearing only his military cap and his underwear, highlights the dehumanising and humiliating nature of the situation. Despite this, the British soldier stands tall and proud, Keeling thus captures the resilience of his subject's character, refusing to demean him. The illustration was published on page 97 in Keeling's autobiographical work 'Pictures from Persia' which details his experiences in the desert during the Second World War. The title 'The Voice of Authority' is repeatedly used in the book for the illustrations, be it of a senior officer addressing a soldier, a man addressing a dog, or, as here. Cecil Keeling (1912-1976) was an English designer and illustrator and was known for his diverse artistic techniques, including scraperboard, lithography, linocuts, and wood engravings. He studied at the Putney School of Art, before continuing his studies at the Chelsea School of Art. His work is generally characterised by a blend of traditional and modern techniques, reflecting his adaptability and creative range. He is remembered for his keen attention to detail and a deep appreciation for the subjects he depicted. Condition: Generally very good, mounted to board, sheet gentle creases, colour very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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Cecil Keeling Lull Between Raids Pen, ink and wash 22 x 16 cm Initialled lower right This poignant work depicts a quiet moment between raids. Three soldiers sit in a row at ease. One is reading the paper, perhaps searching for news from home, one is looking out to the distance, and one is sleeping, probably exhausted from night raids. In this typically thoughtful representation of life in the trenches, Keeling captures the banality of life at war, the daily cycle of terror interspersed with sporadic lulls. Cecil Keeling (1912-1976) was an English designer and illustrator and was known for his diverse artistic techniques, including scraperboard, lithography, linocuts, and wood engravings. He studied at the Putney School of Art, before continuing his studies at the Chelsea School of Art. His work is generally characterised by a blend of traditional and modern techniques, reflecting his adaptability and creative range. He is remembered for his keen attention to detail and a deep appreciation for the subjects he depicted. Condition: Generally very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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Cecil King (1881-1942)
The Thames and Tower Bridge
Watercolour 26 x 37 cm Cecil King was a British painter. He studied at the Goldsmiths’ Institute College School of Art, the Westminster School of Art, and in Paris with Jean-Paul Laurens and Théophile Steinlen. King notably competed in the art competition of the 1928 Summer Olympics held in Amsterdam. The 1928 competition went down in Olympic memory as being particularly well celebrated, spanning multiple categories, art competitions were, however, part of the Olympic programme between 1912 and 1948. This particular watercolour depicts London industrial docks with the Thames and Tower Bridge in the background, capturing the unique atmosphere of London in the early 20th century. -
A E Lemmon St Barnabus
Cartoon for stained glass window 111 x 33 cm Albert Edward Lemmon (1889-1963) was a British artist and craftsman renowned for his contributions to stained glass and ecclesiastical art in the Midlands. Between 1903 and 1909, Lemmon trained at the Birmingham School of Art, before becoming an assistant to A. J. Davies in 1911 in the stained glass studio at the Bromsgrove Guild, a prominent collective of artists and designers. In 1927, Lemmon established his own studio, where he would go on to design over sixty stained glass windows, countless 'leaded lights' and a wide variety of ecclesiastical and decorative items until his death in 1963. Further details about the life and work of A E Lemmon are available in 'A E Lemmon (1889-1963), Artist and Craftsman' by Roy Albutt. As part of the stained glass making process, artists produce a full-sized drawing of their window design, showing the exact size and shape of all the pieces of glass, their colour and the sizes of the lead. This depiction of St Barnabus was produced for a stained glass window to be hung in Birmingham Children's Hospital. The window itself was later destroyed in the Second World War, leaving this cartoon as a unique, one-of-a-kind historical vestige. Condition: Generally very good, has some marks where commensurate with the production processes of stained glass, small loss approx 1cm x 1cm below the S of Barnabus.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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Windsor Castle and Eton College with punting scholars, 19th Century drawing
Pencil drawing 25 x 42 cm Signed and dated to bottom right Nineteenth-century pencil drawing of Windsor Castle and Eton College, dated to 1820. Fine details including a punt of scholars and men fishing on the riverbanks are also depicted in the foreground. Generally very good, glued to mount (sold with frame), a few soft creases.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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Samuel Alken Coursing Scene Lithograph with hand colouring 25 x 42 cm Samuel Alken Jr. (1784–1825) was a British artist and engraver, part of the prominent Alken family of painters and engravers, known for their sporting and hunting scenes. He was the son of Samuel Alken Sr. and contributed significantly to the family's artistic legacy. Like his father, Alken Jr. worked primarily in engraving and painting, specialising in aquatint and other printmaking techniques. Inkeeping with family tradition, Alken Jr. often depicted sporting subjects such as horse racing, hunting, and other outdoor pursuits in his engravings and paintings. As such, his works have been praised for their dynamic composition and attention to detail. This particular edition depicts greyhounds closing in on a hare. Unable to keep pace, the huntsmen follow behind on horses. Rolling hills and greenery form the background of this etching, where the hand colouring captures the gentle hues of this landscape. Condition: Generally good, mounted to board, even toning to paperIf you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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Samuel Alken Coursing Scene Watercolour on green-grey wove paper Probably a contemporary copy of a rabbiting plate Bears signature to bottom left 25 x 42 cm Samuel Alken Jr. (1784–1825) was a British artist and engraver, part of the prominent Alken family of painters and engravers, known for their sporting and hunting scenes. He was the son of Samuel Alken Sr. and contributed significantly to the family's artistic legacy. Like his father, Alken Jr. worked primarily in engraving and painting, specialising in aquatint and other printmaking techniques. Inkeeping with family tradition, Alken Jr. often depicted sporting subjects such as horse racing, hunting, and other outdoor pursuits in his engravings and paintings. As such, his works have been praised for their dynamic composition and attention to detail. This particular edition depicts a trio of men poaching rabbits in the countryside. One dog buries into the rabbit burrow, another dog waits eagerly for its master's command, other dogs rush around, excited by the kill. The painting originally featured in 'Delineations of British Field Sports - Together with the various methods of painting. A series published by Alken's in 1822, the coloured issue ranks as one of the rarest sporting books of the period. There is only one record of a second coloured copy, which is 'untraceable' according to Schwerdt. Schwerdt also notes that the vigorous style of these plates made them eminently suitable for framing, and accounts in part for their rarity; 'twenty years' search has not enabled us to make up a complete set'. Condition: Probably a contemporary copy of the rabbiting plate. If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Samuel Alken Delineations of British Field Sports Lithograph series 25 x 42 cm Samuel Alken Jr. (1784–1825) was a British artist and engraver, part of the prominent Alken family of painters and engravers, known for their sporting and hunting scenes. He was the son of Samuel Alken Sr. and contributed significantly to the family's artistic legacy. Like his father, Alken Jr. worked primarily in engraving and painting, specialising in aquatint and other printmaking techniques. In-keeping with family tradition, Alken Jr. often depicted sporting subjects such as horse racing, hunting, and other outdoor pursuits in his engravings and paintings. As such, his works have been praised for their dynamic composition and attention to detail. This lithograph series originally featured in 'Delineations of British Field Sports - Together with the various methods of painting. A series published by Alken's in 1822, the coloured issue ranks as one of the rarest sporting books of the period. There is only one record of a second coloured copy, which is 'untraceable' according to Schwerdt. Schwerdt also notes that the vigorous style of these plates made them eminently suitable for framing, and accounts in part for their rarity; 'twenty years' search has not enabled us to make up a complete set'. This extensive series comprises (as pictured): Death of the Fox Gamekeepers shooting a buck Race Horses in Training Poachers Netting Partridges Coursing the Hare Drawing the Badger Death of the Hare Pheasant Poaching Stag Hunting Coursing scene. Condition: Generally very good. If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. -
Leigh Woods Watercolour 38 x 27 cm Wintry watercolour of Leigh Woods, Bristol. Oranges and brown stand out in the undergrowth and the transition from cool blues to yellow and pink hues across the painting evokes a gentle sunrise on a misty morning. Condition: Generally very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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Moored Barges Watercolour 23 x 32 cm C.1900 This watercolour depicts two onlookers, perhaps a grandfather and granddaughter, watching over the moored barges in a canal. Although the location of this painting is unknown, the presence of horse-drawn barges and larger sailing vessels suggests that the setting may be situated at the confluence between a canal and the sea. The gentle terracotta tones of the roofs and footpath contribute a certain serenity to this otherwise industrial scene, as the artist successfully captures the aura of this early 20th century scene. Condition: Generally very good, mounted to board.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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Original vintage Second World War poster 'Warning, be on your guard' Lithograph 38 x 25 cm 'Warning, be on your guard. Thousands of lives were lost in the last war because valuable information was given away to the enemy through careless talk.' In the Second World War, enemy espionage, spy networks and secret operations seemed a real and ever-present danger. As a result, this Second World War poster was produced as part of a propaganda drive warning against careless talk that could lead to damaging information leaks. The poster itself is paired back, featuring black text on a white background with a red crown above, in the style of the 'Keep Calm and Carry on' posters. Condition: Generally very good, few old soft creases.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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George Bissill (1896-1973) 'Two Woodcutters'
Watercolour 29 x 39 cm Born in 1896, George Bissill was a British miner, painter and furniture designer. Raised in the mining village of Langley Mill, Derbyshire, Bissill became a miner at the age of 13, before leaving to join the war effort in 1915. Upon his return from the war after being gassed, Bissill chose to become a pavement artist outside the newly erected Bush House in Aldwych, painting from his memory and his sketch book the uncompromising underground world he had inhabited. In 1935 he moved to the countryside near Newbury, where he lived and worked as a landscape painter, art restorer and dealer until his death in 1973. This painting forms part of a larger collection, 'unseen since they were taken from George Bissil's studio in 1983' and restored by Kate Pattinson. A series of planned exhibitions were cancelled due to Covid, but two shows, one in Oxford and one in Ilkeston, did take place. Through such exhibitions, Pattinson hoped to 'restore the reputation of an artist who, through mighty endeavour, conquered the art world in the 1920s with his powerful, authentic and experimental pictures.' Bissill's paintings are also held in a number of important public collections, including the Tate Gallery, National Museum of Ireland and the Manchester Art Gallery. This watercolour depicts two woodcutters, preparing timber in a woodland area. The cool colours and leafless trees suggest a wintry scene, while the men at work evoke Bissill's earlier paintings of miner's labouring in the pits. Through his typical paired back style and strong lines, Bissell skilfully achieves what he does so well: the freezing of an everyday moment in time. Condition: Generally very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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Julian Trevelyan (1910-1988) Holland
Etching and aquatint, signed, numbered 30/52 35 x 48 cm Nephew of the historian G M Trevelyan, he was educated at Bedales and Trinity College, Cambridge, reading English. Moving to Paris and becoming an artist, studying engraving at Stanley William Hayter’s school he worked alongside artists such as Max Ernst, Joan Miro and Pablo Picasso. Marrying the potter Ursula Darwin in 1934, in 1935 they moved to Hammersmith, buying Durham Wharf beside the River Thames which was Trevelyan’s studio – and home – for the rest of his life. His wartime service was – like so many artists – as a camofleur. A Royal Engineer from 1940-43, he served in North Africa and Palestine, forcing the German Afrika Korps to use resources against a dummy army whilst real tanks were disguised as more harmless equipment. In the desert nothing could be hidden, but it could be disguised. On one occasion however the German Luftwaffe flattened a real installation, leaving only a – dummy – railhead the camofleurs had built. The following day they returned and dropped a wooden bomb on the railhead making it clear they had seen through the disguise. Following the dissolution of his marriage in 1950 he married the painter Mary Fedden. Teaching at Chelsea School of Art Trevelyan eventually became head of the Etching Department and his pupils included David Hockney and Peter Ackroyd. This particular edition depicts a view down one of the grand canals in Holland, where Trevelyan's monochrome use of blue creates a pleasing sense of contrast across this work. An edition of this work is also notably available in the Tate's collection, making this a unique opportunity to own a piece worthy of the Tate's world-famous art collection. Condition: generally very good, slight age toning to paper. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. Click here for other works by Julian Trevelyan. -
Julian Trevelyan (1910-1988) Windsor
Etching and aquatint, signed, numbered 7/75 35 x 48 cm Nephew of the historian G M Trevelyan, he was educated at Bedales and Trinity College, Cambridge, reading English. Moving to Paris and becoming an artist, studying engraving at Stanley William Hayter’s school he worked alongside artists such as Max Ernst, Joan Miro and Pablo Picasso. Marrying the potter Ursula Darwin in 1934, in 1935 they moved to Hammersmith, buying Durham Wharf beside the River Thames which was Trevelyan’s studio – and home – for the rest of his life. His wartime service was – like so many artists – as a camofleur. A Royal Engineer from 1940-43, he served in North Africa and Palestine, forcing the German Afrika Korps to use resources against a dummy army whilst real tanks were disguised as more harmless equipment. In the desert nothing could be hidden, but it could be disguised. On one occasion however the German Luftwaffe flattened a real installation, leaving only a – dummy – railhead the camofleurs had built. The following day they returned and dropped a wooden bomb on the railhead making it clear they had seen through the disguise. Following the dissolution of his marriage in 1950 he married the painter Mary Fedden. Teaching at Chelsea School of Art Trevelyan eventually became head of the Etching Department and his pupils included David Hockney and Peter Ackroyd. This edition is taken from Trevelyan's 'Thames Suite' and depicts a view of Windsor Castle from the river banks. In this unique etching, Trevelyan expertly captures the surface of the water, highlighted in the texture of the aquatint, where the slightly scrubbed appearance is suggestive of the currents and eddies discernible on the surface of the water. Trevelyan also plays with direction in this etching and his classic tugboats disperse in unexpected directions across the surface of the work, signalling his earlier surrealist tendencies. Condition: generally very good. If you are interested, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056. Click here for other works by Julian Trevelyan. -
George Bissill (1896-1973) 'Lone Woodcutter'
Watercolour 39 x 48 cm Born in 1896, George Bissill was a British miner, painter and furniture designer. Raised in the mining village of Langley Mill, Derbyshire, Bissill became a miner at the age of 13, before leaving to join the war effort in 1915. Upon his return from the war after being gassed, Bissill chose to become a pavement artist outside the newly erected Bush House in Aldwych, painting from his memory and his sketch book the uncompromising underground world he had inhabited. In 1935 he moved to the countryside near Newbury, where he lived and worked as a landscape painter, art restorer and dealer until his death in 1973. This painting forms part of a larger collection, 'unseen since they were taken from George Bissil's studio in 1983' and restored by Kate Pattinson. A series of planned exhibitions were cancelled due to Covid, but two shows, one in Oxford and one in Ilkeston, did take place. Through such exhibitions, Pattinson hoped to 'restore the reputation of an artist who, through mighty endeavour, conquered the art world in the 1920s with his powerful, authentic and experimental pictures.' Bissill's paintings are also held in a number of important public collections, including the Tate Gallery, National Museum of Ireland and the Manchester Art Gallery. This watercolour depicts a lone woodcutter, preparing timber in a woodland area. The warm colours and soft tones suggest a summer evening, while the strong lines of the man's form evoke Bissill's earlier paintings of miners labouring in the pits. Through his typical paired back style and strong lines, Bissell skilfully achieves what he does so well: the freezing of an everyday moment in time. Condition: Generally very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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Algernon Newton (1880-1968) Study for Clare College, Cambridge
Pencil and chalk on paper, squared for transfer 15 x 28 cm Algernon Newton was a British landscape artist, known informally as the 'Canaletto of the canals.' Newton studied at Clare College, Cambridge in 1899, deciding however at the end of his final year to leave university and pursue a professional career as an artist. He went on to serve in the army during the First World War and began exhibiting at the Royal Academy in 1919. He also enjoyed a successful international career, exhibiting alongside Picasso, Braque and Chagall in the Carnegie International Exhibition of Painting at Pittsburgh in 1938. In 1926 and 1934, he was also one of the esteemed artists chosen to represent Britain at the Venice Biennale of Art. This study was produced in preparation for the artist's 1946 oil painting of the same subject, shown at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition the following year. It depicts a view of the Backs, looking over Clare College and King's College, with the chapel figuring prominently in the centre of the study. Algernon's work process is intriguing and the piece has been squared for transfer. Condition: Generally very good, squared for transfer, pinholes and short tear in the bottom left hand corner. For other general views of Cambridge, click here. -
George Bissill (1896-1973) Rural Landscape Scene
Watercolour 39 x 48 cm Born in 1896, George Bissill was a British miner, painter and furniture designer. Raised in the mining village of Langley Mill, Derbyshire, Bissill became a miner at the age of 13, before leaving to join the war effort in 1915. Upon his return from the war after being gassed, Bissill chose to become a pavement artist outside the newly erected Bush House in Aldwych, painting from his memory and his sketch book the uncompromising underground world he had inhabited. In 1935 he moved to the countryside near Newbury, where he lived and worked as a landscape painter, art restorer and dealer until his death in 1973. This painting forms part of a larger collection, 'unseen since they were taken from George Bissil's studio in 1983' and restored by Kate Pattinson. A series of planned exhibitions were cancelled due to Covid, but two shows, one in Oxford and one in Ilkeston, did take place. Through such exhibitions, Pattinson hoped to 'restore the reputation of an artist who, through mighty endeavour, conquered the art world in the 1920s with his powerful, authentic and experimental pictures.' Bissill's paintings are also held in a number of important public collections, including the Tate Gallery, National Museum of Ireland and the Manchester Art Gallery. This watercolour depicts a rural landscape. Fields occupy the foreground of the painting, while the background is filled with Bissill's fluffy watercolour clouds. Yellow fields suggest a rapeseed crop ready to harvest, bringing with it long and warm summer days. Condition: Generally very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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George Bissill (1896-1973) English rural scene
Watercolour 18 x 28 cm Born in 1896, George Bissill was a British miner, painter and furniture designer. Raised in the mining village of Langley Mill, Derbyshire, Bissill became a miner at the age of 13, before leaving to join the war effort in 1915. Upon his return from the war after being gassed, Bissill chose to become a pavement artist outside the newly erected Bush House in Aldwych, painting from his memory and his sketch book the uncompromising underground world he had inhabited. In 1935 he moved to the countryside near Newbury, where he lived and worked as a landscape painter, art restorer and dealer until his death in 1973. This painting forms part of a larger collection, 'unseen since they were taken from George Bissil's studio in 1983' and restored by Kate Pattinson. A series of planned exhibitions were cancelled due to Covid, but two shows, one in Oxford and one in Ilkeston, did take place. Through such exhibitions, Pattinson hoped to 'restore the reputation of an artist who, through mighty endeavour, conquered the art world in the 1920s with his powerful, authentic and experimental pictures.' Bissill's paintings are also held in a number of important public collections, including the Tate Gallery, National Museum of Ireland and the Manchester Art Gallery. This watercolour depicts an English rural landscape. Fields with small stablesoccupy the foreground of the painting, while the red roofs of the village are discernible in the background. This watercolour also intriguingly includes a seemingly preparatory sketch of the village church, suspended mid-air and providing a valuable insight into Bissill's working process. Condition: Generally very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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George Bissill (1896-1973) View of the village church
Pencil sketch 13 x 18 cm Born in 1896, George Bissill was a British miner, painter and furniture designer. Raised in the mining village of Langley Mill, Derbyshire, Bissill became a miner at the age of 13, before leaving to join the war effort in 1915. Upon his return from the war after being gassed, Bissill chose to become a pavement artist outside the newly erected Bush House in Aldwych, painting from his memory and his sketch book the uncompromising underground world he had inhabited. In 1935 he moved to the countryside near Newbury, where he lived and worked as a landscape painter, art restorer and dealer until his death in 1973. This painting forms part of a larger collection, 'unseen since they were taken from George Bissil's studio in 1983' and restored by Kate Pattinson. A series of planned exhibitions were cancelled due to Covid, but two shows, one in Oxford and one in Ilkeston, did take place. Through such exhibitions, Pattinson hoped to 'restore the reputation of an artist who, through mighty endeavour, conquered the art world in the 1920s with his powerful, authentic and experimental pictures.' Bissill's paintings are also held in a number of important public collections, including the Tate Gallery, National Museum of Ireland and the Manchester Art Gallery. This pencil sketch depicts a bucolic view of a village. The village church is depicted in the background, with a canal and lock gate in the foreground. This pared-back sketch offers an intriguing insight into Bissill's working process, as the flurry of sketched lines suggest his frenzied efforts to capture this conversely quiet moment of village life. Condition: Generally very good, slight age toning to paper and fold down centreIf you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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George Bissill (1896-1973) Landscape view
Pencil sketch 13 x 18 cm Born in 1896, George Bissill was a British miner, painter and furniture designer. Raised in the mining village of Langley Mill, Derbyshire, Bissill became a miner at the age of 13, before leaving to join the war effort in 1915. Upon his return from the war after being gassed, Bissill chose to become a pavement artist outside the newly erected Bush House in Aldwych, painting from his memory and his sketch book the uncompromising underground world he had inhabited. In 1935 he moved to the countryside near Newbury, where he lived and worked as a landscape painter, art restorer and dealer until his death in 1973. This painting forms part of a larger collection, 'unseen since they were taken from George Bissil's studio in 1983' and restored by Kate Pattinson. A series of planned exhibitions were cancelled due to Covid, but two shows, one in Oxford and one in Ilkeston, did take place. Through such exhibitions, Pattinson hoped to 'restore the reputation of an artist who, through mighty endeavour, conquered the art world in the 1920s with his powerful, authentic and experimental pictures.' Bissill's paintings are also held in a number of important public collections, including the Tate Gallery, National Museum of Ireland and the Manchester Art Gallery. This pencil sketch depicts a bucolic view of an English landscape. Although minimalistic in style, Bissill incorporates subtle details, such as a man at work in what appears to be a small stream adjacent to the farm house. Condition: Generally very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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George Bissill (1896-1973) Landscape view with barn and church, Devon
Pencil sketch 25 x 35 cm Born in 1896, George Bissill was a British miner, painter and furniture designer. Raised in the mining village of Langley Mill, Derbyshire, Bissill became a miner at the age of 13, before leaving to join the war effort in 1915. Upon his return from the war after being gassed, Bissill chose to become a pavement artist outside the newly erected Bush House in Aldwych, painting from his memory and his sketch book the uncompromising underground world he had inhabited. In 1935 he moved to the countryside near Newbury, where he lived and worked as a landscape painter, art restorer and dealer until his death in 1973. This painting forms part of a larger collection, 'unseen since they were taken from George Bissil's studio in 1983' and restored by Kate Pattinson. A series of planned exhibitions were cancelled due to Covid, but two shows, one in Oxford and one in Ilkeston, did take place. Through such exhibitions, Pattinson hoped to 'restore the reputation of an artist who, through mighty endeavour, conquered the art world in the 1920s with his powerful, authentic and experimental pictures.' Bissill's paintings are also held in a number of important public collections, including the Tate Gallery, National Museum of Ireland and the Manchester Art Gallery. This pencil sketch depicts a bucolic view of a Devonshire landscape. In amongst the rolling hills of Devon, traces of rural life are discernible, with a barn standing prominent in the foreground and the spire of a church peeking above the canopy of trees. Condition: Generally very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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George Bissill (1896-1973) Landscape view with barn and church, Devon
Pencil sketch 25 x 35 cm Born in 1896, George Bissill was a British miner, painter and furniture designer. Raised in the mining village of Langley Mill, Derbyshire, Bissill became a miner at the age of 13, before leaving to join the war effort in 1915. Upon his return from the war after being gassed, Bissill chose to become a pavement artist outside the newly erected Bush House in Aldwych, painting from his memory and his sketch book the uncompromising underground world he had inhabited. In 1935 he moved to the countryside near Newbury, where he lived and worked as a landscape painter, art restorer and dealer until his death in 1973. This painting forms part of a larger collection, 'unseen since they were taken from George Bissil's studio in 1983' and restored by Kate Pattinson. A series of planned exhibitions were cancelled due to Covid, but two shows, one in Oxford and one in Ilkeston, did take place. Through such exhibitions, Pattinson hoped to 'restore the reputation of an artist who, through mighty endeavour, conquered the art world in the 1920s with his powerful, authentic and experimental pictures.' Bissill's paintings are also held in a number of important public collections, including the Tate Gallery, National Museum of Ireland and the Manchester Art Gallery. This pencil sketch depicts a bucolic view of a north Devonshire landscape. In amongst the rolling hills of Devon, traces of rural life are discernible, with a small barn depicted nestled into the hillside. This sketch stands out from his other sketched works as a preliminary study for an oil painting, evidenced by Bissill's labelling of the fields in the background. The sketch offers therefore a unique insight into Bissill's artistic practice. Condition: Generally very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
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George Bissill (1896-1973) View of St Peter's Church, Willersey
Pencil sketch 25 x 35 cm Born in 1896, George Bissill was a British miner, painter and furniture designer. Raised in the mining village of Langley Mill, Derbyshire, Bissill became a miner at the age of 13, before leaving to join the war effort in 1915. Upon his return from the war after being gassed, Bissill chose to become a pavement artist outside the newly erected Bush House in Aldwych, painting from his memory and his sketch book the uncompromising underground world he had inhabited. In 1935 he moved to the countryside near Newbury, where he lived and worked as a landscape painter, art restorer and dealer until his death in 1973. This painting forms part of a larger collection, 'unseen since they were taken from George Bissil's studio in 1983' and restored by Kate Pattinson. A series of planned exhibitions were cancelled due to Covid, but two shows, one in Oxford and one in Ilkeston, did take place. Through such exhibitions, Pattinson hoped to 'restore the reputation of an artist who, through mighty endeavour, conquered the art world in the 1920s with his powerful, authentic and experimental pictures.' Bissill's paintings are also held in a number of important public collections, including the Tate Gallery, National Museum of Ireland and the Manchester Art Gallery. This pencil sketch depicts an idyllic view over a village church. Surrounded by beautiful fields and animal grazing, the traditional village church and adjacent cottages stand out within this rural landscape. Whereas the animals and fields have a distinctly sketchy quality to them, Bissill has paid careful attention in his shading and pencil work to capture both the façade of the church and the clean lines of its architecture. Given the architectural similarities and his sketch of the New Inn, evidencing his time spent in Willersey, it seems likely that this sketch depicts the Church of St Peter. A local landmark, this church was built in the 12th century, has a fifteenth century bell tower with traditional pinnacles and gargoyles and is now a grade I listed building. Condition: Generally very good.If you would like to know more, please email info@manningfineart.co.uk or call us on 07929 749056.
