Hector McDonald Sutton (1903-1992) - Pastel, Abstract in Red

Description

An expressive abstract piece by listed British artist Hector McDonald Sutton. The contrast between the monochrome pastels and the red buff wove creates a graphic feel, typical of Sutton's style. Laid to backing card and protected by an overlay sheet which has been inscribed with the artist's name and title 'Abstract 63-4 Red Background'. Unsigned.

Condition

There are pinhole marks to the corners and some light smudging to the fragile medium.

Size

32.9 x 18cm (13" x 7.1")
Sheet: 38.9 x 23cm (15.3" x 9.1")

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Artist Biography

Sutton was born in Walsall Wood, Staffordshire and studied at Southport and Liverpool Schools of Art before going on to the Royal College of Art. Between 1928-1937, he assisted Alfred Kingsley Lawrence, one of his tutors at the Royal College of Art, to complete the Bank of England Murals. Working as a painter, mural artist, print maker and later as a sculptor, Sutton exhibited at the Royal Academy and in the provinces. He held a number of teaching posts, becoming the first principal of Mansfield College of Art and was th adviser to Nottinghamshire Education Committee.