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The Great Foghorn, Cape Wrath Oil on paper 13.5 x 18ins.
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DONALD HAMILTON FRASER RA: Paintings and silkscreens
1st March – 22nd March 2014
Donald Hamilton Fraser RA remains one of the most distinctive and enlightened artists
that post-war Britain has produced. The Royal Academician enjoyed a long and
successful career which spanned over fifty years and this exhibition brings together some
of the finest examples of his painting and printmaking. Bohun Gallery’s careful selections
highlight the artist’s diverse technical approach illustrated by almost purely abstract
paintings juxtaposing with classical representations in a variety of medium. The exhibition
features not only his jewel-like landscapes, for which he is best known, but also still lifes,
figures and a group of work devoted to his affection for the ballet.
‘One looks with the eyes and sees with the mind’ is a phrase Donald Hamilton Fraser
used to describe his artistic practise and one which is regularly associated with his work.
He sought to convey more to the viewer than a topographical view or painterly
snapshot. Instead his powerful compositions vibrate with colour and provide us with the
very essence of the place. The show features a selection of his most dramatic locations,
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to which he often returned, including the northernmost coastline of Scotland, Greece,
Venice and even a view of the Thames at Henley, where the artist lived for much of his
life. His intensified vision evolved with bold sweeps of the palette knife combining angular
lines, daring and experimental use of colour. It was often acknowledged in his early
career that he painted as though he were in love with the paint itself.
Bohun Gallery has exhibited Donald Hamilton Fraser’s work throughout his working career
and has continued to work with his Estate since his death in 2009. His importance was
recognised during his lifetime and he was made an Honory Fellow of the Royal College
of Art in 1984 and a Royal Academician in 1985 where he also served as Honorary
Curator and a Trustee.
Flowers, May, 1994 Dancer Putting on Shoe, 1985
Oil on paper 13.75 x 10.75ins. Silkscreen, 22.5 x 17ins.
Please contact Katie Newman for high res images and further information on
01491 576 228 or art@bohungallery.co.uk
15 Reading Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire RG9 1AB Telephone /Fax 01491 576228
Bohun Contemporary Art Limited Company No. 5708718 Registered office as above Director: P M Jordan Evans
www.bohungallery.co.uk art@bohungallery.co.uk