Geoffrey Burrows (1934-2023) - Oil Running Stream and Incoming Tide

Description

A charming impressionistic view by Geoffrey Burrows (1934-2023) of Mundesley beach in his native county of Norfolk. Burrows painted Mundesley on several occasions. Indeed, an inscription on the reverse suggests that this work was part of an ongoing project: "do we need two groups - which one don't we want? I like it with both!" Signed to the lower right. On card.

Condition

Signs of wear consistent with age. Some discolouration to the surface and wear around the edges of the board. Inspection under UV light reveals no restoration.

Size

23 x 30.5cm (9.1" x 12.0")

Artist Biography

Born in St Faiths, Norfolk, Geoffrey Burrows (1934-2023) was educated at The Paston Grammar School, North Walsham. He worked as a telecommunications engineer and then a BT manager, but pursued painting alongside this from the 1960s after attending an art class at Sprowston School. He has exhibited extensively, including with the Norwich Art Circle and Bury St Edmunds Art Society. He has also exhibited at the Mall Galleries in London, Royal Academy, Royal Society of Marine Artists, Paris Salon, West of England Academy, and Llewellyn Alexandra Gallery. His work is held in the permanent collections of the Norfolk County Council and Norwich Union Insurance Co. He is a member of the Norwich and Norfolk Art Circle. Sue Willmer, chairman, said: “His beautiful work was created with the delicacy and sureness of an artist at the peak of his creativity whose skill was greatly admired.”