Roger Hilton 1911-1975
Long Black
signed, titled and dated 1956 verso
oil on canvas
20 x 61 cms (8 x 24 ins)
framed: 36 x 76 cms (14 x 30 ins)
framed: 36 x 76 cms (14 x 30 ins)
Further images
Hilton was aware of tachiste principles before they were widely known in Britain. He used loosely painted structures in the same manner as William Gear, adding earthy hues and colour...
Hilton was aware of tachiste principles before they were widely known in Britain. He used loosely painted structures in the same manner as William Gear, adding earthy hues and colour accents which, intentionally or otherwise, gave the effect of landscape, particularly when using an overtly horizontal format.
Provenance
The Artist's EstateWaddington Galleries, London
Private collection, 2006 - 2022
