The architect John Holness was born in Jamaica but his career took him all around the world, including working for BPR, Belgiojoso, Peressuti and Rogers in Milan. Among his architectural achievements, Holness worked on the present day St Thomas's Hospital in London and also ... in Milan, a building which attracted much press.
Peter de Francia
John Holness
Oil on canvas
151.5 x 90.5 cms (59.54 x 35.57 ins)
1959
Dated on reverse
Sold
Exhibited:
British Painting, 1952-1977, Royal Academy of Arts, London, 1977.
Peter de Francia: Portraits, James Hyman Gallery, London, 28 June - 28 July 2006.
Literature:
Peter de Francia: Portraits, James Hyman Gallery, London, 2006, (cat. 10), illustrated (un-numbered).