1929 - 2021

Osnovne informacije

  • Top-ranked work: Turangawaewae Maehe 1983
  • Died: 2021
  • Top 3 works: Turangawaewae Maehe 1983
  • Also known as:
    • Robert Ellis W.
    • Robert Wallace Ellis
    • Robert W. Ellis
    • Bob Ellis
    • روبرت إليس
  • Works on this site: 1
  • Born: 1929, Northampton, United Kingdom

A Life in Art and Academia

Born in Northampton, United Kingdom, Robert Ellis was a painter, illustrator, and graphic artist who left a profound mark on the art world through his diverse creative output. His formal training began at the Northampton School of Art, followed by a period of national service with the photographic unit of RAF Bomber Command. His academic journey led him to the Royal College of Art, where he graduated with a diploma. After lecturing in Somerset, he moved to New Zealand in 1957, eventually becoming a Professor Emeritus at the Elam School of Fine Arts. His influence extended beyond the canvas, as he served as a council member for the Auckland Society of Arts and held leadership roles in several professional societies, including the New Zealand Society of Industrial Designers.

Themes and Artistic Legacy

The work of Robert Ellis is characterized by its engagement with complex social, cultural, and environmental themes. His landscape paintings often explore the tensions inherent in urbanization, subdivision, and colonization, frequently contrasting ecology with spirituality and examining the ongoing nature of Māori–Pākehā relations. His artistic reach was remarkably broad, encompassing more than just painting; his portfolio included:

Throughout his career, Ellis held over 60 solo exhibitions globally and was appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for his services to fine arts.

Pitanja i odgovori

Postoji li hronološki pregled radova umetnika Robert Ellis?

Hronološki prikaz radova umetnika Robert Ellis dostupan je na njegovoj stranici Hronika, gde se dela predstavljaju redom stvaranja, poglavlje po poglavlje.

Gde mogu pronaći statistiku o delima umetnika Robert Ellis?

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U kom gradu i državi je rođen/a Robert Ellis?

Robert Ellis je rođen/a u gradu Northampton, u državi United Kingdom.

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Pitanje 1:
In which country was Robert Ellis born?
Pitanje 2:
Which institution did Ellis attend from 1949 to 1953?
Pitanje 3:
What was Ellis's role at the Elam School of Fine Arts after moving to Auckland in 1957?
Pitanje 4:
Which honor was Ellis appointed in the 2001 New Year Honours?
Pitanje 5:
What type of work did Ellis design for the east wall of the nave in Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell?