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William Dring Art

British, 1904-1990

William Dring, but was known colloquially as John. He was the brother of the artist James Dring, he married the painter Grace Elizabeth Rothwell and their daughter Melissa was also an artist. Dring studied under Henry Tonks at the Slade School of Fine Art, 1922–25 and emerged as a fine draughtsman, a sympathetic portrait painter (fond of using his family as subjects) and a deft watercolorist. Dring won several prizes and scholarships at the Slade. He then taught until 1940 at Southampton School of Art and became an official war artist. The Imperial War Museum owns 64 of his portraits in pastel (mainly of naval personnel who received battle awards) and five of his elaborately constructed oil paintings. He was elected an associate of the Royal Academy in 1944 when he showed a strong portrait of his daughter Melissa and after the war he became a noted exhibitor at the Royal Academy, being elected RA in 1955. Dring produced a string of boardroom and official portraits, including the presentation of the Freedom of the City of London to the then HRH Princess Elizabeth in 1947. In 1981, Dring was commissioned to record the five most influential benchers of Lincoln’s Inn, Mrs. Thatcher, Lord Denning, Mr. Megarry, Lord Hailsham and Lord Widgery. Dring exhibited at the Royal Academy London between 1945–70, exhibiting over 150 paintings.

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Artist: William Dring
WW11 Pilots
WW11 Pilots

WW11 Pilots

By William Dring

Located in Douglas, Isle of Man

Denis William Dring R.A. 1904 - 1990, was an English artist who served in the second World War as an official War Artist recording portraits of serving soldiers. There are 3 portrait...

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1940s William Dring Art

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Paper, Pastel

Two Profiles of the Artist's Wife
Two Profiles of the Artist's Wife

Two Profiles of the Artist's Wife

By William Dring

Located in London, GB

Pencil on paper Image size: 5 1/4 x 4 1/2 inches Mounted with a contemporary style frame Dring was born with the forenames Dennis William but was known colloquially as John. He was ...

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20th Century William Dring Art

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The Boat Yard, 20th Century English Watercolour and Graphite Artwork
The Boat Yard, 20th Century English Watercolour and Graphite Artwork

The Boat Yard, 20th Century English Watercolour and Graphite Artwork

By William Dring

Located in London, GB

Watercolour and graphite on paper Image size: 15 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches (38.75 x 28.5 cm) This wonderful 20th century watercolour painting depicts a small boat yard that is filled with fishing and pleasure vessels. It is possible that this work was created by Dring just after World War Two, when he travelled extensively around Britain and spent some time painting subjects in Portsmouth and the surrounding area. William Dring Dring was born with the forenames Dennis William, but was known colloquially as John. He was the brother of the artist James Dring. He married the painter Grace Elizabeth...

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20th Century William Dring Art

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Paper, Graphite, Watercolor

Portrait of a Man

Portrait of a Man

By William Dring

Located in London, GB

William Dring 1904-1990 Ink on paper Image size: 15 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches (38.9 x 28.5cm) The artwork portrays a man in profile, meticulously rendered in ink on paper. Dring pays close attention to the contours of the skin and hair. The intricate facial details prompt viewers to contemplate themes of identity and expression, while the minimalistic background underscores the figure’s separation from its surroundings. William Dring Dring was born with the forenames Dennis William, but was known colloquially as John. He was the brother of the artist James Dring. He married the painter Grace Elizabeth...

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20th Century William Dring Art

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Nude Study, Graphite on Paper, 20th Century British Artwork

Nude Study, Graphite on Paper, 20th Century British Artwork

By William Dring

Located in London, GB

Graphite on paper Image size: 22 x 26 inches (56 x 66 cm) Mounted and framed William Dring Dring was born with the forenames Dennis William, but was known colloquially as John. He was the brother of the artist James Dring. He married the painter Grace Elizabeth Rothwell...

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20th Century William Dring Art

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Portrait of a Boy, Pastel Drawing, 20th Century English

Portrait of a Boy, Pastel Drawing, 20th Century English

By William Dring

Located in London, GB

Pastel and graphite on paper Image size: 11 x 8 1/2 inches (28 x 21.5 cm) Mounted William Dring Dring was born with the forenames Dennis William, but was known colloquially as John. He was the brother of the artist James Dring. He married the painter Grace Elizabeth Rothwell...

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Mid-20th Century William Dring Art

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Paper, Graphite, Pastel

Portrait of a Man Gazing Right

Portrait of a Man Gazing Right

By William Dring

Located in London, GB

William Dring 1904-1990 Ink on paper, signed middle right Image size: 15 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches (38.9 x 28.5cm) The artwork portrays a man in profile, meticulously rendered in ink on paper. Dring pays close attention to the contours of the skin and hair. The intricate facial details prompt viewers to contemplate themes of identity and expression, while the minimalistic background underscores the figure’s separation from its surroundings. William Dring Dring was born with the forenames Dennis William, but was known colloquially as John. He was the brother of the artist James Dring. He married the painter Grace Elizabeth Rothwell...

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20th Century William Dring Art

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Paper, Ink

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Find a wide variety of authentic William Dring art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by William Dring in paint, crayon, oil paint and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the Post-Impressionist style. Not every interior allows for large William Dring art, so small editions measuring 14 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Dorothy King, Laurence Henry Irving, and Henri Edmond Cross. William Dring art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,321 and tops out at $6,548, while the average work can sell for $2,485.