Anthony Wilson Piper Exhibition
From now until 9th April, Anthony Wilson Piper, an octogenarian, has come out of retirement for a special exhibition to show his works at Jacobini Wine Gallery in Hart Street, Henley-on-Thames.
One could be forgiven for not immediately associating racing cars with painting or plumbing with portraits or modern art with the parish council, but Anthony Wilson Piper combines all of these things in his life and without doubt, they all contribute to the highly original style that bursts from his colourful and vibrant work.
Anthony was born in Hertfordshire in 1935 and grew up on his father’s farm. His mother was Swiss and his father English. Painting played an early role in his life as did sport and a lively interest in machinery. In 1952, he enrolled in one of the first industrial design courses at the Central School of Arts and Crafts in Holborn finishing with a prestigious diploma in mural painting and design Read more…
Meet the artist every day to find out about the background and story for each of his paintings on show and delve into his stories of sixty years as an artist.
Opening times: 4th-9th April 12-4pm & 6-9pm
Where: 35 Hart Street, Henley-on-Thames RG9 2AR
