George Spence - Contemporary Oil The Old Farmhouse

Description

A dramatic contemporary oil showing a group of thatched farm buildings in the rural landscape of Perthshire. The artist has used a gestural, impasto technique to create depth and layers in the painting. The artist has signed to the lower left corner and signed and inscribed on the revere. The painting has been presented in a contemporary gilt frame. On board.

Condition

In fine condition.

Size

68.7 x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
Framed Size: 74.2 x 85.5cm (29.2" x 33.7")

Artist Biography

George Craig Spence was born in Glasgow, Scotland and studied stained glass at the Glasgow School of Art.

Taking up a position as a graphic designer in 1959 in Toronto, Canada and later in New York, he renewed his interest in music and became a professional musician upon his return to London in 1959.

He returned to painting professionally in 1971 and has since become well known for his florals and unusual landscapes with floral foregrounds. The latter have a most recognisable style offering an extensive depth of field from the flowers through to distant fields and hills beyond.
He is married with two sons and continues to paint professionally. Exhibitions of his work include:
Mansard Gallery - London, Lombard Gallery - Bromley, Seen Gallery - London, Stalfs - Toronto, Liberty’s - London, Spectrum - Dorking and Harrods - London.