This work looks back to ancient Greek sculptures of athletes and soldiers, their bodies turned to show their muscles. It was bought from the artist whilst working as master of sculpture at Armstrong College (now Newcastle University)- John Reid also made several public sculptures in the North East. These include the statue of St George beside St Thomas’s Church at Newcastle Haymarket.

Provenance: Purchased 1926

Object description
Type: Easel painting
Location: Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear
Material: Bronze
Artist: John Reid (1890-1968)
Date: 1920

Image Details
Date: 15 April 2023
Camera body: iPhone Xs
Lens: Wide Camera 26mm ƒ/1.8
Focal Length: 26mm
Aperture: ƒ/1.8
Shutter Speed: 1/33s
ISO: 400
Licensing: Image of a North East Museums asset. This image cannot be licensed.