Forsyth’s tribute to killed nurse Cavell in panel form
Gordon Mitchell Forsyth (1879-1952) is best known as a ceramicist - specifically for his work as art director at the Pilkington’s Lancastrian factory from 1903-14 and his subsequent teaching career as superintendent of art instruction in Stoke-on-Trent.
This large oil on oak panel, measuring 4ft 1in x 2ft 11in (1.24m x 89cm), bisects those two period…