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William Scott CBE RA (1913-1989) was one of the leading British artists of his generation. During his lifetime, his work was exhibited widely, both at home and abroad, and continues to be to this day. His paintings can be found in public collections around the world, including the Tate, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, the Musée National d’Art Moderne, Paris, and the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney.

 

About the Foundation

The William Scott Foundation was established by William’s two sons James and Robert Scott in 2007. Its office is based very close to the former Chelsea house and studio of the prolific painter, in south west London. Continue reading “About the Foundation”

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Discussion with Christopher Rothko, Kate Rothko Prizel and James Scott

9 May 2023 Anita Rogers Gallery hosted a talk with Christopher Rothko, Kate Rothko Prizel and James Scott, moderated by gallery owner Anita Rogers.  The discussion was in conjunction with their current exhibition Mark Rothko and William Scott: Continuing the Dialogue. You can watch the discussion below ANITA ROGERS GALLERY New York Contemporary Art 494 …

Mark Rothko & William Scott: Continuing the Dialogue

26 April  – 3 June 2023 Anita Rogers Gallery is thrilled to present Mark Rothko and William Scott: Continuing the Dialogue, an exhibition of paintings and works on paper by two twentieth-century masters, offering new insight into their relationship and mutual admiration, influence, and respect.  Large-scale works on canvas will be complemented by preparatory drawings, …

William Scott A Family History Book Launch

The Association of Friends of Fermanagh County Museum invite you to a book launch of a comprehensive family history of the Scotts from Enniskillen by Cardwell McClure, nephew of the artist, William Scott. The book launch takes place at Enniskillen Castle on Saturday 22 April  at 11am and includes an opportunity to view the film about William …

Altnagelvin Mural, 1959-61

The Altnagelvin mural was a commission that occupied Scott between September 1958 and September 1961. Murals were the one subject that Scott and Rothko are known to have discussed during the short time they spent together in August 1959. Continue reading “Altnagelvin Mural, 1959-61”

Mary Scott

Artist, sculptor, muse, mother, wife. Although she worked in other media, Mary Scott (neé Lucas) is best known for her sculptures, executed in a variety of materials – wax, clay, plaster, wood and stone. She trained at the Slade School of Fine Art and the Royal Academy Schools, where she met her future husband William Scott.

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