Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley, Balanced

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1934

Director General Portrait – Sir John Reith

Admire Sir John Reith's dignified portrait by Oswald Birley, capturing the contemplative gaze of Britain’s broadcasting icon amidst refined surroundings – a timeless piece reflecting royal patronage.

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1930

Sir John Edwin Mitchell (1863–1931), Obe

Admire Sir John Edwin Mitchell’s dignified 1930 portrait! A classical oil painting of a legal figure, showcasing rich blues & elegant details. Explore this timeless artwork.

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1944

Sir John Carew Pole (1902–1993), 12th Bt

A dignified 1944 portrait of Sir John Carew Pole by renowned royal painter Oswald Birley captures the commanding presence of a military officer in a timeless composition that invites you to explore this classic piece.

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1947

Admiral Of The Fleet Lord Fraser Of North Cape, Gcb, Kbe (1888–1981)

A dignified 1947 portrait of Admiral Lord Fraser by Sir Oswald Birley captures the formal elegance of British naval history through masterful brushwork, inviting you to bring this piece of royal-era prestige into your collection.

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1930

Lieutenant Colonel George Augustus Anson (b.1857), Cbe

A dignified 1930 portrait of Lieutenant Colonel George Augustus Anson by renowned master Sir Oswald Birley captures a moment of quiet prestige and classical elegance, inviting you to bring this piece of history home.

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1921

Kitty Of Frying Pan Alley

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1930

Sir William Reardon Smith (1856–1935)

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1945

Cynthia Mary Burns (d.1977), Lady Carew Pole

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1944

Richard Carew Pole (b.1938), As A Boy

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1925

Huttleston Rogers Broughton (1896–1966), 1st Lord Fairhaven, In The Ceremonial Uniform Of The 1st Life Guards

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1926

William Francis Victor Bonney (1872–1953)

Elegant oil portrait of William Francis Victor Bonney by Oswald Birley (1926). Admire this academic realism featuring impasto & a contemplative subject. A captivating piece of 20th-century art.

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

1933

Roy Eustace Joy, Ma

Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley

Annie Allen Cunard (1863–1944), Lady Wenlock

Admire Lady Wenlock by Oswald Hornby Joseph Birley – a stunning early 20th-century portrait showcasing refined elegance & meticulous detail. Explore this captivating oil painting.