Original Oil on Board

With his unmistakable blend of humour and nostalgia, Frank Sydney Smith captures a classic moment from a bygone classroom. A teacher confronts a mischievous student in a tightly packed schoolroom, filled with the buzz of youthful chatter and whispered giggles. The tension and curiosity of the pupils are palpable as all eyes turn to the front. Painted with charming detail and wry observation, Smith’s scene evokes the discipline, drama, and innocence of old-school education in mid-century Britain.

Size: 62 x 52cm