Ernest Alfred Sallis Benney (1894-1966) - 1930 Oil Barnard Castle Bridge

Description

This atmospheric painting captures the essence of a market town, Barnard Castle in County Durham, centred on an arched stone bridge spanning a quiet waterway. The muted colour palette and loose brushstrokes create a sense of nostalgia, inviting viewers to imagine life in this rustic hamlet nestled among closely packed buildings with sloped roofs. Signed and dated to the lower right. Presented in a rustic gesso frame. On canvas board.

Condition

The painting itself is in fine condition. Wear to the frame has left it with a rustic finish.

Size

32 x 24cm (12.6" x 9.4")
Framed Size: 45 x 38cm (17.7" x 15")

Artist Biography

Ernest Alfred Sallis Benney, painter and designer, was born in Bradford. He studied at his local Bradford College of Art and later at the Royal College of Art. He was a well-known teacher and later became Principal of several art schools, including Cheltenham School of Art, Norwich School of Art, Hull School of Art and Brighton School of Art. He exhibited in London, at the RA, Royal Society of British Artists, Cooling Galleries, NEAC, ROI and elsewhere in the provinces. His work is in the collection of Brighton Museum & Art Gallery, Cheltenham Art Gallery, Victoria & Albert Museum, the Towner Art Gallery and Worthing Art Gallery. Benney was a member of the Chelsea Arts Club and was the father of the artist Derek Ward Sallis Benney and the grandfather of Paul Sallis Benney.