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John Gilbey BowlesJesus and the disciples in the wilderness, British, oil, board by Gilbey Bowles
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John Gilbey Bowles (British, 1929–2011)
Jesus and the Disciples in the Wilderness
Signed ‘J BOWLES’ (lower right)
Oil on board
22 ¾ x 27 ⅝ in. (57.8 x 70 cm)
Jesus and the Disciples in the Wilderness is a powerful example of John Gilbey Bowles’s figurative style, blending narrative intensity with a strikingly modern approach to composition. Executed in oil on board, the work captures both the solemnity and humanity of its biblical subject, with Bowles’s distinctive handling of colour and form bringing a fresh, expressive vitality to the scene.
Born in 1929, Bowles was a British painter whose career spanned much of the post-war period. His oeuvre is marked by a focus on spiritual and symbolic themes, often infused with a contemporary sensibility that bridged traditional storytelling and modernist exploration. Works such as this highlight his ability to imbue religious iconography with emotional immediacy, appealing to both collectors of sacred art and admirers of 20th-century British painting.
This painting exemplifies Bowles’s dedication to reinterpreting timeless narratives for a modern audience, offering a rare opportunity to acquire a significant work from his body of religious compositions.
- Creator:John Gilbey Bowles (1929 - 2011, British)
- Dimensions:Height: 22.75 in (57.79 cm)Width: 27.63 in (70.19 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Condition:Surface dirt and varnish discolouration. Very thick impasto. With some pitting. In a white slip with a gilt edged hand finished frame with black inner and outer section.
- Gallery Location:Petworth, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU540316915162
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