She was so talented. Portraits, landscapes and decorative schemes for interiors, including trompe l’oeil …..far outshone Vanessa Bell
I was taught by Quentin Bell in 1968 at Sussex University and taught a 10 week Bloomsbury course for years later. I will be writing about this…only just started on Substack today.
In my four year course History and Theory of Art no woman artist was mentioned apart from Vanessa. Had to wait for Germaine Greer and The Obstacle Race
What a fantastic collection of work. I was unfamiliar with Dora Carrington, but greatly appreciate this window into their work, and way you honored them with this curation.
Some pieces that stuck out for me:
Portrait of Lytton Strachey: This captures a quiet contemplative, natural state. If it wasn't from 1916 I would think he was reading on a kindle lol. Measured, personal, and precious.
Will have to seek this out next time I'm at the National Portrait Gallery!
Iris Tree on a horse: Just lovely! Sort of Edvard Munch-esque, but with the optimism and youthful spirit of The Little prince. Textured, and colorful- yet of deep navys and forest greens. Less common for such works and reminiscent of Turner's oceanic blues.
A maverick gifted and charming for sure.
What are some of your favorites or pieces you find yourself continuing to go back to?
Thank you for such a thoughtful comment, David. I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the collection. And love your thoughts on your two favourites. Carrington’s style is such that certain pieces can speak to you dependent on your mood, but two that I do return to are Mill at Tidmarsh and Farm at Watendlath’. But I do have a fondness for house paintings…
What a lovely way to start the day (on this side of the Atlantic) — she was a master portraitist who we don't hear enough about.
Thank you for viewing, Nava. I’m so pleased you enjoyed the selection 💛
She was so talented. Portraits, landscapes and decorative schemes for interiors, including trompe l’oeil …..far outshone Vanessa Bell
I was taught by Quentin Bell in 1968 at Sussex University and taught a 10 week Bloomsbury course for years later. I will be writing about this…only just started on Substack today.
In my four year course History and Theory of Art no woman artist was mentioned apart from Vanessa. Had to wait for Germaine Greer and The Obstacle Race
Welcome to Substack, Libby! I hope you enjoy your time here. Thank you for your comment. And how wonderful to have been taught by Quentin Bell.
What a fantastic collection of work. I was unfamiliar with Dora Carrington, but greatly appreciate this window into their work, and way you honored them with this curation.
Some pieces that stuck out for me:
Portrait of Lytton Strachey: This captures a quiet contemplative, natural state. If it wasn't from 1916 I would think he was reading on a kindle lol. Measured, personal, and precious.
Will have to seek this out next time I'm at the National Portrait Gallery!
Iris Tree on a horse: Just lovely! Sort of Edvard Munch-esque, but with the optimism and youthful spirit of The Little prince. Textured, and colorful- yet of deep navys and forest greens. Less common for such works and reminiscent of Turner's oceanic blues.
A maverick gifted and charming for sure.
What are some of your favorites or pieces you find yourself continuing to go back to?
Thank you for such a thoughtful comment, David. I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the collection. And love your thoughts on your two favourites. Carrington’s style is such that certain pieces can speak to you dependent on your mood, but two that I do return to are Mill at Tidmarsh and Farm at Watendlath’. But I do have a fondness for house paintings…
Love it! Thank you for spreading the goodness.
I'll try and sit with those pieces soon. See you soon on the byways of Bloomsbury!
Thank you, David. And you’re very welcome! ✨
I wasn't familiar with many of these pieces. What a fascinating artist! I've got to find a good biography so I can understand her a little better.
I’m glad you enjoyed the selection, Marilyn. Thank you for commenting 💛
What an amazing painter. Her life, as much a testament to her art, is a tribute to love and friendship.
Thank you for viewing, Homi ✨
Her artwork was great. Thank you for sharing all the paintings. Has been a nice way to start my week.
You’re very welcome. Thank you for viewing 🧡
Thank you for another collection of great paintings
You’re very welcome, Daniel. I’m glad you enjoyed the selection :)
I always do, they’re finely curated
Thank you :)
She could do everything except live without Lytton Strachey.
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Such a variety of approaches!
Thank you for viewing, Jacqueline 💚
Lovely!
Thank you, Rachel 🩵