
© 1961 Estate of Vanessa Bell courtesy Henrietta Garnett
At first a refuge from wartime London, Charleston later became Bell's permanent home and its garden and surrounding countryside became important subjects for her work. It is the only known painting by Vanessa Bell of the house.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Charleston Farmhouse, 1950
Date supported
1992
Medium and material
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
24 x 20 cm
Grant
3000
Total cost
21500
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