Sky Arte's Art Investigation Examines Lowry Paintings
The television series Art Investigation on Sky Arte will air an episode on Thursday, August 9, focusing on three small oil paintings attributed to British artist L. S. Lowry. The investigative team, led by Fiona Bruce and Philip Mould, assisted by expert Bendor Grosvenor, must verify the authenticity of the works inherited by Stephen Ames, who acquired them from his father in the 1970s. Lowry's relatively simple style makes his work a frequent target of forgers. The episode promises unexpected obstacles and a discovery that challenges established knowledge about Lowry's artistic history. Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.
Key facts
- Episode airs on Sky Arte on Thursday, August 9.
- Team includes Fiona Bruce, Philip Mould, and Bendor Grosvenor.
- Three small oil paintings attributed to L. S. Lowry are investigated.
- Paintings inherited by Stephen Ames, bought by his father in the 1970s.
- Lowry's work is often forged due to its relatively simple style.
- The investigation faces unexpected obstacles and a major discovery.
- Sky Arte site is powered by Artribune.
- Discovery challenges known history of Lowry's art.
Entities
Artists
- L. S. Lowry
- Laurence Stephen Lowry
Institutions
- Sky Arte
- Artribune