Ethelwyn Baker facts for kids

Ethelwyn Mary Baker (1899–1988) was a British artist. She was well-known for her sculptures, paintings, and commercial art.

About Ethelwyn Baker

Ethelwyn Baker was born in Belfast, which is in Northern Ireland. Her parents were Hannah and Alfred Rawlings Baker. Her father was also an artist.

Art Education in London

Ethelwyn moved to London to study art. She first went to the Slade School of Fine Art. After that, she studied at the Royal Academy Schools. She attended these schools from 1924 to 1929. These were important places for artists to learn and grow.

Working as an Artist

After her studies, Ethelwyn Baker became an assistant to a famous sculptor. His name was Charles Sargeant Jagger. She worked with him during the 1920s and 1930s. Being an assistant means she helped him with his art projects.

Baker's Own Studio

In the 1930s, Ethelwyn opened her own art studio. It was in an area of London called St John's Wood. She worked from this studio for many years. Later, in the late 1950s, she moved her studio to Portman Close.

Types of Art She Made

Ethelwyn Baker was very talented and worked in different art forms.

• Sculptures: She created sculptures and small statues. She used materials like stone, wood, and clay.
• Paintings: She also painted beautiful watercolours.
• Commercial Art: Ethelwyn designed figures for Royal Worcester. These were special porcelain figures. She also designed mannequins for department stores. Mannequins are the life-sized models used to display clothes.

Exhibitions and Recognition

Ethelwyn Baker's art was shown in many places. This helped her become well-known.

• Her sculptures were displayed at the Royal Academy. This is a very famous art institution.
• She also showed her work with the Royal Society of British Sculptors.
• Her art was seen at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool.
• She exhibited at the Festival of Britain. This was a big national exhibition in 1951.
• She also showed her work at the National Eisteddford of Wales in 1926.

Ethelwyn Baker was chosen to be a member of the Society of Industrial Artists. This shows that her work in commercial design was highly respected.

Personal Life

In 1943, Ethelwyn Baker married Robert F. Cox. He was a composer, which means he wrote music.