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Reginald Brill (1902-74) was an English realist painter who has recently begun to receive the recognition which was enjoyed during their lifetime by his near contemporaries Stanley Spencer and William Roberts. His fresh, keenly observed images convey a strong sense of the English working man in the 1950s and 1960s.. "This generously illustrated book reproduces 89 of Brill's works in colour, some of which are on permanent loan to the University from the Brill Estate. A further 46 black and white illustrations demonstrate his masterly draughtsmanship.. "Judith Bumpus's account of Brill's life and work is the first major study of the artist. Using his diaries, archive material and anecdotes from students and friends she reveals a man of charisma, wit and artistic dedication.

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