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Graham Vivian Sutherland

1940

Green Tree Form

This artwork exemplifies Sutherland's signature style, merging English landscape painting traditions with European avant-garde influences like Surrealism. Notable exhibitions include Tate Britain and the National Gallery, showcasing his enduring contribution to British Modern art.

Peter Doig

1991

Hill Houses

Peter Doig’s ‘Hill Houses’ (1991) captures a serene yet haunting rural landscape—a memory, a dream, and a testament to the artist's evocative style. Explore this captivating oil painting.

Walter Richard Sickert

1923

Cicely Hey

Walter Sickert’s ‘Cicely Hey’ captures a moment of intense emotion in this expressive oil painting. Explore its Symbolist/Expressionist style, impasto texture & poignant subject matter.

Graham Vivian Sutherland

1947

Pink Vine Pergola

A captivating landscape painting by Graham Sutherland, 'Pink Vine Pergola' (1947) showcases surreal Pembrokeshire scenery with vibrant colors and evocative detail. Explore a masterpiece of British modern art.

Ben Nicholson Om

1926

1926 (still Life With Fruit – Version 2)

Ben Nicholson's '1926 (Still Life with Fruit)' captures stillness through simplified forms and bold outlines. Explore the interplay of color, texture, and geometric abstraction in this iconic work by a British modern master.

Ben Nicholson Om

1936

1931–1936 (still Life – Greek Landscape)

This artwork showcases Ben Nicholson’s distinctive style—a contemplative exploration of form and color achieved through meticulous scraping down and reworking of the canvas. It exemplifies Nicholson's commitment to capturing essential visual elements with understated elegance.

William Menzies Coldstream

1946

London Bombed Site 1946 (st Nicholas Coln Abbey And Bow Church)

London Bombed Site 1946 (St Nicholas Coln Abbey and Bow Church) by William Menzies Coldstream (1908–1987), 1946, from British Council Collection. This oil painting portrays the aftermath of WWII bombing in London, featuring St Nicholas Coln Abbey and Bow Church amidst rubble, reflecting Coldstream’s dedication to analytical realism and influencing art education.

Paul Ayshford Methuen

1940

London By Midnight, Primrose Hill

Paul Ayshford Methuen's "London by Midnight" captures a vibrant nighttime scene of Primrose Hill, London, with stunning star-filled skies and illuminated buildings – a captivating view.

Paul Nash

1945

Eclipse Of The Sunflower

This artwork embodies Nash’s signature blend of modernist techniques with traditional landscape painting, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation amidst a desolate scene. Its inclusion in the British Council Collection underscores its significance as a testament to artistic vision and enduring beauty.

Robert Colquhoun

1945

Weaving Army Cloth

Explore Robert Colquhoun's "Weaving Army Cloth," an evocative oil painting capturing the quiet dedication of textile workers during WWII, showcased in the British Council Collection.

Ben Nicholson Om

1947

11 November 1947 (mousehole)

Ben Nicholson’s serene 1947 ‘Mousehole’ captures a tranquil beach scene with boats and figures, showcasing the artist's minimalist aesthetic and geometric explorations of British abstract art – perfect for your collection.

Ben Nicholson Om

1949

March 1949 (trencrom)

Explore Ben Nicholson's groundbreaking abstract painting 'March 1949 (Trencrom)' – a vibrant geometric composition reflecting Cubist influences and embodying the poetic essence of relief sculpture.

Victor Pasmore

1947

Suburban Gardens

Admire Victor Pasmore’s ‘Suburban Gardens’ (1947). This oil painting captures rural tranquility with bold colors & geometric shapes. Hand-painted reproductions available.

Robert Colquhoun

1948

Woman With A Circus Goat

Paul Nash

1938

Druid Landscape

Discover 'Druid Landscape' by Paul Nash (1938). A surrealist masterpiece blending mythology, British landscapes & modernism. Explore its mystical symbolism and artistic inspiration.

Robert Colquhoun

1947

The Students

This evocative painting by Robert Colquhoun depicts two figures seated at a table, bathed in natural light. Featuring a detailed depiction of the room's interior, including a clock and chairs, it exemplifies Colquhoun’s signature expressionist style.

Peter Maxwell Davies

2001

The Fun One Hundred (pink Top Version)

Vibrant collage art featuring mixed colored papers and words by Peter Maxwell Davies (2001); explore this playful visual explosion from the British Council Collection.

Graham Vivian Sutherland

1948

Palm On Wall

Explore Graham Sutherland's iconic 'Palm on Wall,' a vibrant Expressionist landscape capturing the dramatic coastline of Pembrokeshire. Discover its captivating colors and symbolic elements.

Lawrence Gowing

1944

Still Life Flowers

Lawrence Gowing Admire Lawrence Gowing’s ‘Still Life Flowers,’ a beautifully rendered depiction of daisies and carnations bathed in warm brown hues. Explore the legacy of British art educator Sir Lawrence Burnett Gowing.

Graham Vivian Sutherland

1946

Thorn Tree

Discover 'Thorn Tree' by Graham Sutherland – a captivating oil painting of a windswept tree and birds, showcasing surreal landscapes & evocative nature scenes from 1946.

Robert Colquhoun

1947

Woman In A Blue Hat

This striking oil painting portrays a woman adorned in a blue hat, set against a vibrant yellow wall. The artist's meticulous attention to detail conveys emotion and captures the essence of British Expressionism.

Mark Wallinger

1993

Brown's (mr J. R. Brown)

A striking blue jacket with vibrant yellow trim defines this captivating painting by contemporary sculptor Mark Wallinger, offering a unique piece of modern art to elevate your private collection.

Sonia Boyce

1990

Pillowcase

Explore 'Pillowcase' by Sonia Boyce – a vibrant textile collage blending fragmented narratives & diverse fabrics. A unique assemblage reflecting Black womanhood & identity.

Paul Nash

1928

The Diving Stage

Paul Nash's 'The Diving Stage' (1928) is a haunting modernist landscape—a stark, solitary diving platform against an ambiguous backdrop evoking isolation and anticipation. Explore its symbolic depth.

Graham Vivian Sutherland

Peter Doig

Walter Richard Sickert

Graham Vivian Sutherland

Ben Nicholson Om

Ben Nicholson Om

William Menzies Coldstream

Paul Ayshford Methuen

Paul Nash

Robert Colquhoun

Ben Nicholson Om

Ben Nicholson Om

Victor Pasmore

Robert Colquhoun

Paul Nash

Robert Colquhoun

Peter Maxwell Davies

Graham Vivian Sutherland

Lawrence Gowing

Graham Vivian Sutherland

Robert Colquhoun

Mark Wallinger

Sonia Boyce

Paul Nash

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