Trevor Winkfield's 1966 painting 'An English Painting' documented as destroyed work

Trevor Winkfield created the oil painting 'An English Painting' in 1966. The artwork was subsequently destroyed, with only photographic documentation remaining. The image was published on artcritical.com on October 23, 2014. Paul Maziar authored the original article discussing Winkfield's work. This documentation preserves the existence of a painting that no longer exists physically. The publication date provides a contemporary reference point for historical art documentation. The painting's title suggests thematic engagement with English identity through visual art. Destruction of artworks creates unique archival challenges for art historians.