Edward d'Arcy Lister (1911-1976)
Artist Name | Edward d'Arcy Lister (1911-1976) |
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Title | Wash Day - India |
Description | This very vibrant Post Impressionist oil painting is by noted British artist Edward d'Arcy Lister. Painted circa 1950 this figurative painting is of two Indian women washing clothes in a stream. Lister captures their colourful garments perfectly against the lush green background and uses lilac as highlight to stunning effect. Signed lower right. |
Provenance | Dorchester estate. |
Medium | Oil on Canvas Laid on Board |
Size | 20 x 16 inches |
Frame | Housed in a gallery frame of complimentary colours, 28 inches by 24 inches, in good condition. |
Condition | Excellent condition |
Biography | Edward d’Arcy Lister (1911-1976) ARCA. Lister was a painter, wood engraver and mural decorator, born in Horsforth, Leeds. He studied at Leeds College of Art 1928-33, and at the Royal College of Art under Gilbert Spencer 1933-38. Lister exhibited at the Royal Academy, 2. |
Price | £1975 |