Portrait of Sir Nicholas Goodison
Tom Phillips, 1991–2005

This portrait of Sir Nicholas Goodison, former Chairman of both the Art Fund (1986-2002) and the Courtauld Institute of Art (1982-2002), originated in 1991 as a study from life. It was initially produced in preparation for a portrait commissioned by the London Stock Exchange, of which Sir Nicholas was Chairman from 1976-1986. The mosaicising approach creates a dynamic tension between the formality and classical associations of the technique and the lively individuality of the portrait which is set in a distinctive decorative border.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Portrait of Sir Nicholas Goodison, 1991–2005
Date supported
2006
Medium and material
Oil on panel
Dimensions
38.5 x 28 cm
Grant
8812
Total cost
8812

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