Walter James Steggles 1908-1997

Walter Steggles was born in London, brother of the artist Harold Steggles. Attended Bow and Bromley Evening Institute which led to the formation of the East London Group and shows through the 1930's at Lefevre Gallery. Was taught by William Coldstream, Rodrigo Moynihan and Gerald Ososki. Studied further at the Central School of Arts and Crafts under Kirland Jamieson, F J Porter and Bernard Meninsky in 1939-48. Shared a show with his brother at Lefevre in 1938. His work was included in many mixed shows in Whitechapel Art Gallery, Tate, Redfern, Agnew, Tooth and Mayor Galleries. His work is represented at the Contemporary Art Society and Manchester City Art Gallery. (see Art UK)