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The artist's wife, Evelyn, seated reading

Gerald Gardiner, 1934–1935

courtesy of Liss Fine Art

This work was painted at the GardinerÂ’s home in Gloucestershire and is a good example of the artist's depiction of a night-time scene, showing the light, reflections and shadows cast by the gas lamp and fire as his wife reads. Its quiet domestic atmosphere links to the lives and values of the Arts & Crafts Movement for which CheltenhamÂ’s collection has Designated Status. Gardiner worked at the Cheltenham School of Art teaching drawing and painting from 1927 until his death.

More information

Title of artwork, date

The artist's wife, Evelyn, seated reading, 1934–1935

Date supported

2008

Medium and material

Oil

Dimensions

71.5 x 66 cm

Grant

4900

Total cost

9900

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