These two genres are not as disparate as they may seem and their creative energies reflect each other, creating a fascinating dynamic. Founded in 1986 Godson & Coles focuses on the most exceptional pieces of 18th century English furniture, placing paramount importance on originality and authenticity. The furniture is chosen for its integrity, exceptional design, quality of craftsmanship and untouched patina. Works range from richly carved mahogany to exquisitely decorated japanning with examples by the most prestigious 18th century English cabinet-makers, including Thomas Chippendale, Giles Grendey, William Hallett, John Linnell, Robert Adam and many others. Expertly paired with the antique is the abstract expressionist work of the British Modernists, and predominately those involved in the St. Ives movement. The middle of the twentieth century saw some of the most creative and avant-guard developments in British art, much of which is associated with the small Cornish fishing town of St. Ives, which became the centre for abstract movements in British art during the 1950’s and 1960’s. The gallery specialises in works by some of the most acclaimed and distinguished names in Post-War British art, including works by Sir Terry Frost, Sandra Blow, Patrick Heron, William Scott, Alan Davie and Victor Pasmore.
