Piccadilly, Manchester: a tribute to Arthur Delaney, George Aird (1934 - 2021)
Piccadilly, Manchester: a tribute to Arthur Delaney, George Aird (1934 - 2021)
A thoughtful and highly personal work by George Aird (British, 1934 - 2021), this painting is a direct tribute to his friend Arthur Delaney, reinterpreting Delaney’s well-known view of Piccadilly, Manchester.
Delaney’s original compositions captured the energy of Manchester’s city centre with busy streets filled with pedestrians, trams, and the recognisable landmark of Piccadilly Gardens providing a strong sense of place and nostalgic atmosphere. Here, Aird revisits that same composition, producing not a literal copy but a considered reinterpretation, maintaining the structure of the scene while subtly shifting the tone and handling.
Oil on board, signed, label verso for Grove Fine Art of Manchester, 28cm by 36cm, framed (52cm by 60cm with frame).
Provenance: held in a private collection, acquired by the gallery from auction.
As with all vintage items there may be some minor imperfections commensurate with their age. Noted some very minor nibbles to the frame, mostly around the corners.
AI-enabled placement image may contain minor errors and not show representative proportions. Please refer to the stated dimensions.