Frances Mary Hodgkins (28 April 1869 – 13 May 1947) was a painter chiefly of landscape and still life, and for a short period was a designer of textiles. She was born in New Zealand, but spent most of her working life in Britain. She is considered one of New Zealand's most prestigious and influential painters, although it is the work from her life in Europe, rather than her home country, on which her reputation rests.
Born in Dunedin in 1869 Frances was encouraged to paint by her father. She exhibited for the first time in Dunedin and Christchurch in 1890. That same year she was elected a working member of the Otago Art Society. Frances attended the Dunedin School of Art, subsequently gaining first class passes. During the period 1890 - 1900 she devoted most of her time to painting, exhibiting regularly.
In 1901 Frances left New Zealand to study and work in England and Europe although she returned home on several occasions to exhibit and to visit family. She eventually settled permanently in England. Frances Hodgkins died at Herrison House, Dorcester in 1947. She was essentially an artist in the European tradition, and it is on her later work done in Europe that she is known for.
5c - Maori Woman and Child. 8c - The Hill.
Maori Woman and Child - 5c
Painted in 1899-1900 this is considered to be a good example of Hodgkin's early work.
Painted in 1899-1900 this is considered to be a good example of Hodgkin's early work.
The painting is now displayed in the National Art Gallery, Wellington.
The Hill - 8c
Painted in 1908-1909 this shows the influence of the French painters of the period on Hodgkins.
The painting is now displayed in the National Art Gallery, Wellington.
Painted in 1908-1909 this shows the influence of the French painters of the period on Hodgkins.
The painting is now displayed in the National Art Gallery, Wellington.
10c - Barn in Picardy. 18c - Self Portrait Still Life.
Barn in Picardy - 10c
Painted in 1918 this is a good example of Hodgkin's work of this period.
Painted in 1918 this is a good example of Hodgkin's work of this period.
The painting is now displayed in the Canterbury Society of Arts Gallery, Christchurch.
Self Portrait Still Life - 18c
The title refers to personal effects. This work was painted in the near abstract style which Frances Hodgkins led British painters in developing and which became a characteristic of British painting for many years.
The painting is now displayed in the Auckland City Gallery, Auckland.
The title refers to personal effects. This work was painted in the near abstract style which Frances Hodgkins led British painters in developing and which became a characteristic of British painting for many years.
The painting is now displayed in the Auckland City Gallery, Auckland.
Official Francis Hodgkins FDC. The usual FDC issued with each stamp from this issue. Unfortunately this examples does not carry an address or show any sign of having been used.
First Day Cover 6th June, 1973 Hodgkins Paintings. On this cover, also seen in the title section n above, the complete set of paintings is attached to this letter sent to England.
Technical information
Date of Issue:
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6 June 1973
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Printers:
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Courvoisier, Switzerland
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Stamp Size:
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28.5mm x 39mm
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Sheet Size:
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100 stamps per sheet
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Process:
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Photogravure
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| Perforation Gauge: |
11.75
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Paper Type:
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Granite, unwatermarked
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