Dimensions: 50 × 60 cm
Pokers (1959) by Ken Stewart is a vintage mid-century still-life painting featuring fireplace tools in a rich, earthy palette. Bold strokes and deep contrasts highlight the worn red container, brush, and bellows, creating a rustic, nostalgic feel. Signed by the artist, it showcases Stewart’s expressive style and dynamic use of color and texture.
About the Artist
Ken Stewart (1926–1991) was a Jarrow-based artist known for his evocative paintings, drawings, and sculptures that captured the essence of Tyneside. A founding member of the Jarrow Art Group in 1962, he explored styles ranging from dark industrial scenes to vibrant, impressionistic works reflecting the region’s changing landscape.
He exhibited widely, with solo shows at the Shipley, Jarrow Hall, and South Shields Library, and was especially proud of his "Northern Impressions" exhibition at the Bede Gallery.
Ken’s work transformed the everyday into something extraordinary, offering a fresh perspective on Northern life. His legacy lives on through his art, which continues to resonate with those who see the world through his eyes.
Dimensions: 50 × 60 cm
Pokers (1959) by Ken Stewart is a vintage mid-century still-life painting featuring fireplace tools in a rich, earthy palette. Bold strokes and deep contrasts highlight the worn red container, brush, and bellows, creating a rustic, nostalgic feel. Signed by the artist, it showcases Stewart’s expressive style and dynamic use of color and texture.
About the Artist
Ken Stewart (1926–1991) was a Jarrow-based artist known for his evocative paintings, drawings, and sculptures that captured the essence of Tyneside. A founding member of the Jarrow Art Group in 1962, he explored styles ranging from dark industrial scenes to vibrant, impressionistic works reflecting the region’s changing landscape.
He exhibited widely, with solo shows at the Shipley, Jarrow Hall, and South Shields Library, and was especially proud of his "Northern Impressions" exhibition at the Bede Gallery.
Ken’s work transformed the everyday into something extraordinary, offering a fresh perspective on Northern life. His legacy lives on through his art, which continues to resonate with those who see the world through his eyes.
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