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DR JAMES HYMAN
James received his PhD from the Courtauld Institute (University of London) and is a leading authority on Twentieth Century British art, especially the painters of the ”School of London”. His doctorate was published as The Battle for Realism. Figurative Art in Britain during the Cold War (Yale University Press, 2001). Listen to an interview with James Hyman about his career here.
James, with his wife Claire, is a leading collector of photography. More details of their collection and the charitable foundation they founded are here:
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James Hyman Gallery celebrated 25 years in 2024. After having galleries in Mayfair and St James's in cental London for most of this period, the gallery presently focuses on private dealing, online sales and artfairs.
The gallery specialises in Twentieth Century British Art, especially figurative art by the Camden Town School, St Ives painters, Kitchen Sink painters, The School of London; and British Pop Art. Solo shows include Michael Andrews, Francis Bacon, Lucian Freud, Peter de Francia, Derrick Greaves, Edward Middleditch, Edouardo Paolozzi, Bridget Riley, Colin Self and WIlliam Turnbull. The gallery also holds an inventory of important 19th century and 20th century vintage photographs.
In addition to exhibitions, publications, scholarship and art fairs (British Art Fair, Frieze Masters, Masterpiece, Paris Photo, Photo London, Treasure House etc), James Hyman's core business is as an art advisor. We supply bespoke, expert advice to first time and experienced collectors, helping to source work and advising on acquisitions and sales. We work closely with private collectors and regularly sell and loan to Museums and public collections across the world.
Tel: +44 (0) 7766 331697
Email: info@jameshymangallery.com
James Hyman Fine Art Ltd.
Company Number: 3866544
VAT Registration number: 202526354
