Lot 593: James Kessell (1915-1978), Canal scene, signed and

James Kessell (1915-1978), Canal scene, signed and dated '68, oil on board, 44.5 x 60cm.; 17.5 x 23.75in. * Studied at Coventry School of Art 1928-34 and 1945-52. Exhibited at the Royal Academy; National Society of Painters, Sculptors and Gravers; Royal Institute of Oil Painters; Royal Society of British Artists and the Royal Society of Marine Artists. Had a series of one-man shows, including Herbert Art Gallery, Coventry and Coventry Cathedral in 1973.