Peter Brook’s early work captures the industrial heritage of the West Riding, much of which was to disappear in the 1960’s. In ‘Washing on a Terraced Street, Sowerby Bridge’ the lines of laundry bring a splash of colour to an otherwise gloomy prospect. (Sold by Bonhams in 2009)
Even Peter Brook’s summer paintings tend to portray adverse weather conditions. ‘Swaledale - Just a Passing Shower’ is a classic example of his liking for understatement as he trudges through the puddles in the pouring rain up the road at the top of the Dale. (Private Collection)
At this time of year only the early bird sees the sunrise. ‘Up in Arkengarthdale - At the Crack of Dawn’ reminds us of what a wonderful time of day it can be with the fells bathed in a soft, warm light in an area which can often feel very different. (From @ACArtGallery’s archive)
‘Frosty - Going On’ is one of Peter Brook’s bleakest paintings, portraying Peter and Shep hurrying across a decidedly chilly moorland top with nothing to be seen save for a few scattered boulders as they disappear into a blanket of mist. (For auction at Hartleys later this month)
The subject of ‘Hannah Hauxwell - And More Snow Falling’ could not be more typical of Peter Brook. A round painting, however, is something a bit different, in which he creates the feeling of viewing Low Birk Hatt, Hannah’s remote farmhouse in Baldersdale, as if through a window.
Remember the old days when we were part of Europe . . . before the Brexit liars won out . . . but then as we queue the economy crumbles as a result too . Lesson - don’t believe their lies ! https://t.co/1ztS4gilmh