Archibald George Barnes - Artist Info

About Archibald George Barnes

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    Archibald George Barnes RP, RI, ROI, RCA, OSA, OIP (1887 - 1972)

    A prominent British/Canadian portrait painter, war artist and educator, Archibald George Barnes was born in London, England and died in Toronto, Ontario, where he had lived since about 1930. His paintings are collected by several museums, including the National Gallery of Canada. (1)(2)

    His primary mediums were oils and watercolors. His most well-known subjects were society portraits, military portraits, figures in interiors and figures in landscapes. He also painted nudes, allegorical scenes, and still life. His styles were Realism* and Impressionism*. AskART Images have some excellent illustrations of his work.

    Barnes' art education includes studies in L...

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