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Marjorie Firth

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It’s definitely got something….

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Alan Bickley

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And another of his father, painted in 1955…
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Heather Love

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Hadn't seen this before, there's something so interesting about that pose. 

Alan Bickley

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It is such a great pose I agree. As I recall, it was the first painting that he sold, for the princely sum of £10! He was approached by a friend who liked it, and Hockney sought the approval from his father  (the sitter), before agreeing to sell it… At auction today, I suspect that the sale price would buy you a small mansion in the Cotswolds..

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Joaquin Sorrolla y Bastida

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One of my favourite artists… his capturing of light is unsurpassed!

Martin Shaw

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One of my favourite artists… his capturing of light is unsurpassed!
Alan Bickley on 14/09/2025 09:49:19
Absolutely, but I confess, never hearing from of the artist until now

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Cecilia Beaux. Man with Cat.
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Marjorie Firth

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Beautiful palette. Just looked her up, some lovely paintings with emphasis on light.

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Another fabulous painting, composition is so important of course!

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David Hockney again - part of his 82 portraits and 1 still life exhibition 2014.

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Lena Rivo - pastel portrait
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