George Heath Esq., 1982 — Maurice Wade (1917–1991)
A striking figurative work from 1982, George Heath Esq. demonstrates Maurice Wade's range beyond landscape. Wade brought the same careful observation to portraiture and figure studies as he did to the industrial scenes and countryside of the Potteries — finding dignity and character in his subjects. George Heath Esq. is a compelling example of Wade's ability to capture personality with economy and warmth.
Published in 2026 by Petr Hajek with the kind permission of the Maurice Wade Estate, this print was released to accompany the landmark exhibition Maurice Wade: A Painter from No 57 at the Potteries Museum and Art Gallery (12 October 2023 – 26 January 2024).
- Artist: Maurice Wade (1917–1991)
- Title: George Heath Esq.
- Date: 1982
- Medium: Print
- Published: 2026 by Petr Hajek
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Sizes available:
- Small — 25 × 34 cm
- Medium — 29.5 × 42 cm
- Large — 42 × 59 cm
- Presented: Unframed
- Original artwork: Owned by the Maurice Wade Estate
Maurice Wade was a self-taught painter born in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, whose work chronicled the landscapes, people, and industrial character of the Potteries throughout the 20th century. His paintings are held in private and public collections across the UK.