Roger Hilton CBE: A Pioneer of Abstract Cornwall & London Roger Hilton CBE (1911–1975) stands as a pivotal figure in the landscape of British abstract art, particularly celebrated for his formative years spent amidst the artistic fervor of St Ives and later solidified by his enduring presence in London. Often recognized as part of the ‘middle generation’ alongside luminaries like Terry Frost, Patrick Heron, Peter Lanyon, and Bryan Wynter – artists who collectively reshaped the visual arts scene after World War II – Hilton's trajectory was marked by a profound engagement with European avant-g…