If there's one hotel that sums up the timeless glamour of London, it's The Savoy. Its rich history and celebrity guests are immortalised in Stuart McAlpine Miller's new collection.
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So palpable is the era evoked within this collection, the swish and rustle of women gliding down imposing staircases in silken gowns, against the background noises of live jazz music and cocktails being shaken and enjoyed in the lounge bar, form its soundtrack. A joyful portrayal of the halcyon days of Hollywood, A Time For Reflection: The Savoy Suite preserves and celebrates those glorious days through McAlpine Miller’s signature pop art style. Following the impressive refurbishment, chance comments made by the late great AA Gill - prominent restaurant critic and travel writer - during a visit to dine there, prompted the management team at The Savoy to consider the only element that they had yet to address, the artwork hanging within the hallowed halls. Hence McAlpine Miller was commissioned, and one of the most momentous collaborations in contemporary British art was born. Working together to decide on the subjects, and to mine the archival materials available, the artworks began to take shape. The Savoy has long been recognised as a pioneering establishment, having always sought to offer the most modern of facilities despite its old world grandeur. It is an acknowledged bastion of innovation, with
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such claims to fame as being the first luxury hotel to have electricity, install air-conditioning and provide hot running water. It was also the first hotel in which a member of the Royal Family was seen to dine publicly, and provided the setting for HM Queen Elizabeth’s first public sighting with her then suitor Prince Philip. The Savoy thus becomes somewhat of an enigma, keenly poised with one eye to the future whilst conserving and rejoicing in its heritage and history. The convolution of this blend is captured in the execution of these portraits, each of which hosts a subject as complex as the aesthetic of the hotel itself. Linked by their high profile patronage of The Savoy, this galaxy of stars also share the common denominator of all being highly complicated characters. It is a recognised sentiment that troubled souls often seek solace in the approval of strangers, with many reported cases of depression and anxiety among the elite names from the silver screen to the music industry. The aura of success and the dusting of glamour offer a degree of camouflage, and trick the eye of the beholder into seeing the persona rather than the person. From the rumours of communist sympathies surrounding Charlie Chaplin to Alfred Hitchcock’s struggles with personal relationships, the alleged mob connections that plagued Frank Sinatra’s career, Marilyn Monroe’s documented substance abuse and the sexual proclivities of Marlene Dietrich which were subject to rife gossip, it is small wonder that these individuals sought escapism in the gilded surrounds of The Savoy. And there they remain, thanks to A Time For Reflection: The Savoy Suite .
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A Moment Of Respite Limited Edition Giclée of 195 | 19½” x 28”
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Man About Town Limited Edition Giclée of 195 | 19½” x 28”
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Bright Young Thing Limited Edition Giclée of 195 | 19½” x 28”
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Taking Centre Stage Limited Edition Giclée of 195 | 19½” x 28”
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A Desirable Proposition Limited Edition Giclée of 195 | 19½” x 28”
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The Mysterious Thinker Limited Edition Giclée of 195 | 19½” x 28”
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Into My World Limited Edition Giclée of 195 | 19½” x 28”
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Silent Path To Success Limited Edition Giclée of 195 | 19½” x 28”
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BIOGRAPHICAL HIGHLIGHTS
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Biographical Highlights
2018 ‘A Time for Reflection: The Savoy Suite’ to be published as a series of Limited Editions Further exhibition & collaboration, to be announced 2017 Series of commissioned paintings for major worldwide collaboration - to be announced 2018 November 30 - Solo exhibition at Castle Fine Art new flagship Glasgow gallery 2016 Solo exhibition at Hoerle-Guggenheim Gallery, Chelsea, New York, 9 - 30 March 2016 Ongoing Limited Editions, exhibited throughout the UK Private Viewing - Castle Fine Art, Brighton - November Private Viewing - Castle Fine Art, ICC - December 2015 An exhibition of paintings celebrating Pele’s 75th birthday, ‘Art, Life, Football’ at Halcyon Gallery, Mayfair, London - September 2014 Artist in Residence at: The Savoy Hotel, London. McAlpine Miller continues his residency and is currently working on new paintings for the renowned five-star hotel. 2013 Exhibition at: Castle Fine Art, Mayfair. The sold out solo show, ‘Altered Images’. Collaboration with: London Fashion House, Lulu & Co. Commissioned by: Luxure Magazine to create the front cover of this exclusive luxury style magazine. The original painting was unveiled and sold at a star studded event at The Ivy, Leicester Square.
2012 Artist in Residence at: The Savoy Hotel, London Various exhibitions at: The Hay Hill Gallery, London Exhibition at: State of the Arts Gallery, Hong Kong Confirmed worldwide publishing deal with: Washington Green Fine Art 2011 Various Solo and Group Exhibitions at: Art & Escape, London Exhibition at: The Hay Hill Gallery, London Exhibition at: State of the Arts Gallery, Hong Kong 2010 Exhibition at: The Hay Hill Gallery, London Exhibition at: Cross My Art, London 2009
Co-founded art gallery: Art & Escape, London Exhibition at: Kings Road Gallery, London Exhibition at: Affordable Art Fair, London 2008 Private sale: 10 works to British collector 2007 Commissioned by: Decoratum Gallery Exhibition at: Charlotte Street Gallery, London Exhibition at: Catto Gallery, London Exhibition at: Glasgow Art Fair Exhibition at: Dublin Art Fair 2004 Commissioned by: Paul McCartney 2004 European Tour
Exhibition at: Glasgow Art Fair Exhibition at: Dublin Art Fair
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2003 Exhibition at: Rebecca Hossack Gallery, London 2002 Exhibition at: Glasgow Art Fair Exhibition at: Dublin Art Fair Exhibition at: New Contemporaries, Business Design Centre, London Exhibition at: Catto Gallery, London 2000 Exhibition at: Catto Gallery, London 1999 Exhibition at: Catto Gallery, London Exhibition at: Duncan Miller Fine Art Exhibition at: Glasgow Art Fair 1998 Commissioned by: BBC, Bravissimo, McVities, Persil, Renault, Virgin 1997 Commissioned by BBC Exhibition at: Gagliardi Gallery, London 1996 Shortlisted for: Provost Award at Kelvingrove Art Galleries & Museums 1995 Exhibition at: Connought Brown, London Exhibition at: Duncan Miller Fine Art, New York
1994 Exhibition at: Connought Brown, London Exhibition at: Duncan Miller Fine Art, New York Exhibition at: Ruth O’Hara Gallery, New York 1993 Exhibition at: Art Bank, Glasgow Exhibition at: Connought Brown, London 1992 Exhibition at: Art Bank, Glasgow 1991
Exhibition at: Trinity Gallery, London Exhibition at: Poleski Gallery, Italy 1990 BA Honours: Painting and Drawing, Glasgow School of Art
Exhibition at: Chicago Art Fair Exhibition at: Gagliardi Gallery
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“It’s almost like a visual arts version of a time capsule, preserving moments to be enjoyed long after we’re all gone.” Stuart McAlpine Miller
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