Frederick Horsman 1881-1969 Varley

Frederick Horsman Varley (1881–1969) was a founding member of the Canadian Group of Seven and the group's main portraitist, known for his psychological depth and emotional intensity. Born in Sheffield, England, he immigrated to Canada in 1912 and became recognized for blending portraiture with landscape elements and exploring the interplay of light and color. His work stood out from his contemporaries for its focus on human forms and spiritual depth rather than pure wilderness scenes.