Robert Barnard (English-American, 1922 - 2010), The Temptations of St. Anthony Triptych

Oil, acrylic, and enamel on canvas, 1974 -1975, one panel signed at lower right, the same panel retaining label to verso, unframed.

Dimensions of each panel 96 x 44 1/4 in.

Born in Northampton, England, Robert Barnard emigrated to the United States in 1958 and attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. There, he earned a master’s degree and became a professor at the university, remaining until his retirement in 1989. Barnard taught courses in painting, ceramics, and art education, and served as director of the art education program. He became the president of the North Carolina Art Education Association, championing art in everyday life while producing large and expressive paintings.

Surface scuffing and scattered grime, one panel with dent in upper register.