Artwork
Queen's Grove, St John's Wood
Queen's Grove, St John's Wood is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Robert Bevan. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.
About this work
Overview
Queen's Grove, St John's Wood is an oil painting created by Robert Bevan in 1918. It exemplifies the artist's work associated with the post-impressionist style.
Subject & Meaning
The painting captures a serene urban scene in St John's Wood, London, featuring a street lined with trees, a building with a gable roof, and a horse-drawn carriage. A woman in a long dress is seen walking beside the carriage, contributing to the tranquil atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Bevan's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the scene. The dominant muted colors and the contrast between light and dark areas enhance the overall quietness of the painting.
History & Provenance
Robert Bevan was a British painter and lithographer who co-founded influential art groups, including the Camden Town Group and the London Group.
Artist & collection
Artist
Robert Polhill Bevan (5 August 1865 – 8 July 1925) was a British painter, draughtsman and lithographer who was married to the Polish-born artist Stanisława de Karłowska.
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