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Vivian Bewick
British Light Tanks, c.1940, original painting by Vivian Bewick

1941

$2,935.01
£2,125
€2,528.93
CA$4,070.29
A$4,095.23
CHF 2,377.01
MX$49,909.74
NOK 27,436.83
SEK 28,153.87
DKK 18,903

About the Item

Vivan Bewick British light tanks Gouache 17 x 25 cm This striking gouache depicts two British light tanks in formation. Bewick captures the details of these vehicles seemingly with ease, using contrasts between lighter and darker colours to create a sense of depth. In this unique composition, he also exploits gouache as a medium, exploiting its opaqueness as he depicts the tanks whipping up the sand beneath them. Vivian Bewick (1912–1999) was a British artist and educator, notable for his contributions to mid-20th-century art and his role as a tutor at the Buckhurst Hill Community Association (BHCA). He was also a descendant of Thomas Bewick, the renowned 19th-century engraver celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals. While fulfilling his military duties in the Royal Artillery during the Second World War, Bewick maintained his artistic pursuits. He contributed to the wall-newspaper "Swillbin," a tradition from the First World War, and designed army Christmas cards. Additionally, he illustrated technical manuals and conducted art classes and exhibitions, with critiques by James Bateman R.A. After the war, Bewick continued his artistic education and career, spending five years at St. Martin’s School of Art and London University. He also engaged in part-time teaching of adults in art clubs, societies, and colleges and exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and the Royal Society of British Artists.
  • Creator:
    Vivian Bewick (1900 - 2000, British)
  • Creation Year:
    1941
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.7 in (17 cm)Width: 8.67 in (22 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Generally very good, slight age toning, mounted to board.
  • Gallery Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU795315583512

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