Frederick Donald Blake (1908-1997) - Camberwell School Oil The Art Class

Description

A dynamic impressionist painting by Frederick Donald Blake (1908-1997) depicting a life drawing class in progress, with students seated at easels intently working to capture their model. Rather than participating in the class, Blake chooses to portray his peers at work. The composition is rendered in soft, muted tones, creating an atmospheric quality that captures the quiet concentration of the studio environment. Presented in a dark wooden frame and signed to the lower right.

Condition

Signs of wear consistent with age. Light dirtying to the surface of the artwork. Inspection under UV light reveals no restoration. Light dirtying, chips/scuffs to the wooden frame. The overall condition of the artwork is very good.

Size

54 x 45.5cm (21.3" x 17.9")
Framed Size: 69 x 59.5cm (27.2" x 23.4")

Artist Biography

Frederick Donald Blake R.I. R.S.M.A. (1908-1997). Blake studied at Camberwell School of Arts and Crafts and Goldsmiths before embarking on a career as a commercial artist. He is known for his love of boats and the coast, which is more often than not, translated into his subject matter. He was unusual in his use of clay-covered paper, which enabled him to create more textural paintings.