1905 - 1994

Quick facts

  • Lifespan: 89 years
  • Also known as: Charles Robert Owen Medley
  • Born: 1905, London, United Kingdom
  • Typical colors: neutrals
  • Top-ranked work: St. Stephen's, Fulham Road
  • Art period: Modern

The Life and Artistic Evolution of Robert Medley

Born in London, United Kingdom, Robert Medley was a painter and autobiographer who worked in both abstract and figurative styles. His artistic training included studies at the Byam Shaw School of Art and the Royal Academy Schools, followed by two years of training in Paris. Throughout his career, Medley held several teaching positions in London and Rome, including serving as the Head of the department of Theatre Design at the Slade. He was also a theatre designer, having served as artistic director for the Group Theatre.

His diverse body of work includes:

During the Second World War, Medley served as an Air Raid Precautions warden and later worked as a camouflage officer in Cairo. His later years saw a return to figurative painting, which are considered some of his most widely respected works.

Notable Works and Recognition

Medley's paintings are held in various prestigious collections. Notable works include:

In addition to his painting, his work has been featured in exhibitions such as the International Surrealist Exhibition in 1936 and a retrospective at the Whitechapel Art Gallery. He was appointed a CBE in 1982 and was elected to the Royal Academy in 1985.

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Quick quiz

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Spørgsmål 1:
In which city did Robert Medley spend two years studying art from 1926 to 1928?
Spørgsmål 2:
Which theatre did Medley and Rupert Doone jointly found?
Spørgsmål 3:
During World War Two, what was Medley's role in Cairo?
Spørgsmål 4:
At which institution did Medley serve as Head of the department of Theatre Design from 1958 to 1966?
Spørgsmål 5:
Which series of paintings was inspired by the Cast Room at the Slade?