Sherree Valentine Daines’ The British Lions is a radiant celebration of British sporting heritage, capturing the unyielding spirit and camaraderie of rugby with striking immediacy. With her signature attention to movement and light, Daines immerses the viewer in the heart of the action—athletes clad in iconic red and gold jerseys, charging across the vivid green pitch with focus and determination. Each brushstroke evokes the energy of the sport, while the sunlit backdrop of cheering spectators adds atmosphere and depth to the scene.
This powerful composition is more than a depiction of a match—it’s a tribute to the tradition, pride, and collective spirit that rugby inspires. Daines’ textured technique and expressive detail breathe life into the canvas, honouring the dedication of players and the shared emotion of the crowd. The British Lions stands as a stirring reminder of the unity and passion at the heart of British sport.
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| Format: | Paper |
| Size (Unframed): | 40 x 50 cm |
| Size (Framed): | 68 x 77 cm |
| Signed: | Yes |
| Limited Edition: | Edition 334 of 850 |
Sherree Valentine Daines is one of the best-known contemporary British artists. Born in 1956 in Effingham, Valentine Daines grew up in an artistic family. She worked as a legal secretary before taking a degree in art at the Epsom School of Art and Design.
Valentine Daines began receiving attention – and awards – for her work as soon as she finished her education, and has seen tremendous success in her field since. Many well-known individual collectors, as well as institutions with notable collections of their own, have purchased her work. She has also completed commissioned portraits of many celebrities.
In addition to private sales and commissions, Valentine Daines has had her work displayed at institutions such as the Tate, The Barbican, and the Royal Society of British Artists.
The respect and admiration for Valentine Daines’ work has only grown over the 35 years of her career. She was recently named Artist in Residence to the Three Ocean Liners, known as Cunard’s Three Queens, and has continued to appear in publications and other media on a regular basis.
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