Oil on Canvas 'North African Souk' Sir Robin Darwin c.1950

Nice quality still life oil on canvas by the sought after Britsh artist Sir Robin Darwin 1910 - 1974 Sir Robin Darwin 1910 - 1974 Veiled figure in a North African Souk C1950 It has been framed. Signed at bottom bottom left. Condition: The painting is in really nice condition in what appears to be a contemporary frame. Royal West of England Academy Bristol label verso, James Bourlet label verso Please see our images for further description. Sir Robert Vere 'Robin' Darwin Kcb Cbe Ra Rsa Prwa Neac (1910-1974) Sir Robin Darwin, painter and principal of the Royal College of Art and great grandson of the naturalist Charles Darwin. Born London he attended Eton College and Cambridge University and Slade School of Fine Art. He exhibited at the Ra and other main London galleries. Appointed as head of the Royal College, where he stayed from 1948-1971. The College assumed independent university status under his direction. Frances Spalding's book also says that through his leadership, he oversaw a famous period at the Rca which is now rightly known as 'the Darwin era' and his contribution to the world of art was immense and still carries to this day. Knighted in 1964 for his administrative abilities which overshadowed his very real talent as a painter. Landscape was his main interest although he was a good portrait painter, and he produced highly professional and atmospheric examples in oil and watercolour in Britain and abroad. All paintings include tracked postage and packing in the UK and international postage at cost. We use a professional packing service, and all items are being sent fully insured. All items for sale are guaranteed and can be returned if not as described. Although new to this site, we have over 35 years’ experience selling high quality art and books and we pride our self on fair prices and accurate descriptions.