Silk Remembrance Poppy laid in 1921 by Field Marshal HaigThe Green Howards Museum, Richmond, North Yorkshire Nowadays, it is virtually impossible to separate acts of remembrance for World War One from the image of the poppy. This connection was made early on by the...
‘Miss Terry’ by Eileen AgarMercer Art Gallery, Harrogate This unusual surrealist portrait was painted in 1980 by Eileen Agar (1899 – 1991). Born in Buenos Aires, Agar studied art at the Slade School of Fine Art, developing a unique style. She became...
Beach Scene by Florence Hess Pannett Art Gallery, Whitby Florence Hess (1891 – 1974) is primarily known for painting coastal scenes, particularly from Yorkshire and Norfolk. She was closely associated with the Staithes Group of Artists and the...
Please note – some people may find this page upsetting. We’d advise caution if sharing this story with those under the age of 14. However, the activity on this page is suitable for all ages but some people may still be upset by its content. ‘The Old...
Teatime at Haworth with the Brontës, by Sonia LawsonThe Mercer Art Gallery, Harrogate This large painting, measuring 152.2cm (H) x 122.4cm (w), dazzles the viewer with colour. The title refers to the writing family, the Brontës, and an imagined shared meal. However,...