Paintings by Tom King Depicting Social Commentary in British Society

Tom King is an artist based in Kent, UK. His paintings were recently exhibited at the York Street Gallery in Ramsgate, Kent. Tom’s exhibition was an opportunity to experience this original, unique art, which perfectly captures life for those marginalised in society.

The paintings by Tom King garnered critical acclaim during the exhibition, as evidenced by the numerous comments from gallery visitors.

Infographic of paintings by Tom King depicting social commentary in British Society

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You can click or tap any of the paintings by Tom King to see a full-size image.

The Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. — The Crucifixion of Jesus Christ

Paintings of life on council estates

From the series of paintings titled Estate of The Nation

1. A man carrying shopping on a bleak council estate. Acrylic on board. Size 27 x 19 inches.

2. *Life on a crumbling council estate.* Oil on canvas. Predominantly applied with a palette knife. Size 16 x 11 inches.

Life on a high-rise council estate. — 3. *Life on a high-rise council estate*. Oil on canvas. Predominantly applied with a palette knife.

Study sketch of life on a council Estate. — 4. *Study sketch of life on a council estate*

Estate number 6. — 5. *Estate No. 6*. 28 X 12 inches. £150.

Estate of The Nation. — 6. *Estate of The Nation*. Acrylic. 12 x 12 inches. £150.

The Resident. — 7. *The Resident*. Acrylic. 14 x 18 inches. £295.

More Paintings Depicting Reflections on Society

A solitary drinker. — 8. *The Drinker*. Oil on board. 18″ x 14″ inches.

The diners in a restaurant. — 9. *The Diners*. 25 x 17 inches.

The presentation. — *The Presentation*. Oil on board. 48 x 36 inches.

This painting was in various exhibitions before being sold to a private collection. The painting was created in the late 1970s and early 1980s, reflecting much of the social commentary in British society that informs my present-day works.

No Poll Tax. — 10. *No Poll Tax*. Oil on canvas. 14 x 18 inches. £295.

And so the night. — 11. *And so the night*. Acrylic. 36 X 24 inches. £395.

Barfly. — 12. *Barfly*. Pencil and ink. £150.

About Tom King’s Paintings

Tom King says: My paintings are mainly from imagination, and some reflect my life experiences. My art is figurative and graphic, depicting the British working class. The paintings convey social commentary on British society, life on council estates, and more.

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