oswald hornby joseph birley (1880 - 1952)

Sir Oswald Birley (1880-1952) was a leading English portrait painter renowned for his royal commissions & portraits of prominent 20th-century figures like Churchill, Gandhi & the British Royal Family. Explore his distinguished career & artworks.

Reading Museum - Town Hall (Reading, United Kingdom)

Explore Reading's history & art at Town Hall! Discover Britain’s Bayeux Tapestry, Roman artifacts from Silchester, Huntley & Palmers biscuit collection & more. Free admission!