Artwork
Painting
Painting is a paint painting by the Contemporary Realist artist Unknown. It dates from 1977 and is held in the collection of the Museum of English Rural Life, University of Reading.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting depicts Manor Farm in Stanford Dingley, Berkshire. Created by Frank Ormrod in 1977, it is one of several works featuring the farm, where the artist resided from 1938.
Subject & Meaning
The painting presents a serene rural scene, with the farmhouse surrounded by trees and other buildings. As Ormrod lived at Manor Farm, the work reflects his personal connection to the location.
Technique & Style
The painting features impasto, a technique characterized by thickly applied paint. This method adds texture to the work, potentially enhancing its representation of the natural environment.
History & Provenance
Frank Ormrod, the artist, had a multifaceted career: he taught at the Slade School of Fine Art and the University of Reading, and his illustrations appeared in various publications. He was also involved with the Reading Guild of Artists, serving as Vice President from 1951 to 1958.
Artist & collection
Museum
Museum of English Rural Life, University of Reading
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