Diary •
Diary extracts for Aug to November 1936
8th Aug 1936:
Match against East Boldre. Took 3 wickets in 3 overs.
28th Aug 1936:
Nan Kivell of the Redfern Gallery came from the IOW in his car and took about 20 paintings back to London with him. Wants a large one doing.
8th Oct 1936:
Preview and official opening of the new Redfern Gallery
Cocktail party at the gallery to celebrate the opening. 1000 guests. Michael Rothenstein and wife there. I share the exhibition with “Orovida”, daughter of Lucien Pisarro. 18 pictures sold
10th Nov 1936:
Poor Beetle [Mavis's terrier] had to be put down. Buried her in the spinney at the bottom of the garden.
13th Nov 1936:
Bought an Austin 7 for £55
25th Nov 1936:
Portrait of Mavis in 100-year old dress with lace collar and cuffs. Finished 12th December. (40x18)