LS Lowry Print: The Fever Van (1935)One of LS Lowrys most poignant works, The Fever Van, captures a scene that was all too common in early 20th century Britain. The arrival of the fever van, used to transport patients with infectious diseases such as scarlet fever, was a moment of dread for many families. Lowry portrays this event with his signature detached figures, standing and watching as the van makes its solemn collection. The muted tones and composition convey a quiet yet powerful

In 2015 it was designated ‘The Northern Powerhouse’

Measuring 1500 x 350mm

High quality

With its familiar mill town setting and clustered buildings

is a great addition to any home or collection

their expressions unreadable

It examines the art exhibitions to which both artists contributed works in the 1920s

darker mill scenes

while others suggest she was an imaginary muse or a composite of women from Lowry’s past

available in two sizes

LS Lowry’s Doctor’s Waiting Room captures the quiet tension of a moment familiar to all

the trauma of high unemployment between the wars