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Harold Hope Read Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

British, 1881-1959

Harold Hope Read was born in Greenwich in 1881 and later lived in Lewisham in London, Brighton and Tunbridge Wells, where he passed away in 1959. During his years in Tunbridge Wells, where he moved to in the 1930s, Hope Read lived an avant-garde lifestyle with his live-in housekeeper, life model and mistress, who we know only as Hilda. Here the artist became known as the Bohemian of Tunbridge Wells and his work is now acknowledged as the precursor of Edward Ardizzone (1900–79). It is from Hilda, that the present collection of works originates, after being passed down through Hilda's family after her death. Hope Read’s involvement with his patron, Charles Lambert Rutherston and fellow artists William Orpen (1878–1931) and Sir William Rothenstein (1872–1945) has been credited for inspiring the series of paintings and drawings he titled High Life. In this series, Hope Read depicts the wealthy and famous clientele of his colleagues in a lavishly detailed drawing style. Through this style, he conveyed the opulence of the members of high-society he encountered, including their luxurious costumes and grand interiors. Hope Read regularly submitted works to the Royal Academy's Annual Exhibition and exhibited works at the Alpine Gallery, the New English Art Club, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours and the National Society of British Artists.

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Artist: Harold Hope Read
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, A Walk in the Park
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
A vibrant and characterful watercolour illustration by Harold Hope Read (1881-1959). Well presented in a complementing green and gilt frame. Unsigned. On laid.
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Early 20th Century Harold Hope Read Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

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Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, A Walk in the Park
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, A Walk in the Park

Harold Hope Read
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, A Walk in the Park, Unknown

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