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Peter Blake on London's Post-War Art Scene

publication · 2026-04-24

Peter Blake discusses the organization of London's art scene after the Blitz and World War II. He references the Institute of Contemporary Arts founded by Roland Penrose and Herbert Read, as well as the agitated initiatives of Ralph Rumney. In 1945, Blake entered an art school.

Key facts

  • Peter Blake discusses London's art scene after the Blitz and WWII.
  • He mentions the Institute of Contemporary Arts founded by Roland Penrose and Herbert Read.
  • He references initiatives by Ralph Rumney.
  • Blake entered an art school in 1945.

Entities

Artists

  • Peter Blake
  • Roland Penrose
  • Herbert Read
  • Ralph Rumney

Institutions

  • Institute of Contemporary Arts
  • artpress

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom

Sources