Simon Goldberg (1916-2002) - Mid 20th Century Oil Manor Reflections

Description

Three figures walk beside a river, a grand manor house in the background. The piece is unsigned, but was acquired as part of a large collection of works by the artist. On canvas on stretchers.

Condition

Discolouration and dirtying to the surface. Scuffs and abrasions to the surface, resulting in some losses to the paint, most notably to the left-hand edge and lower left. Impressions from the stretchers.

Size

48 x 62cm (18.9" x 24.4")

Collection Information

From an energetic collection of oil paintings by British artist Simon Goldberg. Capturing dramatic landscapes, bustling street scenes and captivating portraits, Goldberg demonstrates an ardour for the mundane and bringing it to life in his distinctive signature style.

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Artist Biography

Simon Goldberg was a painter and printmaker, born Solomon Goldberg in London. He studied at St. Martin's School of Art and then RCA, 1937-40. He also worked as Sydney Goldberg until 1950 when he adopted Simon Goldberg as his working name. Following war service he taught lithography and various forms of printmaking at Hull College of Art, 1947-83 when he retired. A founder member in the early 1960s of the Avenues Group he exhibited his work at the RA, LG and with the Society of Yorkshire Artists. He is represented in V&A, Leeds City Art Gallery and Ferens Art Gallery, Hull. Goldberg was elected a member of the Senefelder Club in 1949 and examples of his work are in the collections of Derby Museum and Art Gallery, Ferens Art Gallery, Hull University Art Collection, South London Art Gallery and the V&A.