Mcardle Kneel Untitled

In *Mcardle Kneel Untitled*, Peter distils the human figure into a poised, kneeling presence that feels both intimate and archetypal. Balancing restraint with tactile intensity, the work emphasises contour, weight, and negative space, inviting close attention to the artist’s handling of surface and the subtle tensions of posture.

Peter’s approach foregrounds process—layering, abrasion, and refined mark-making—to produce a quietly charged image that oscillates between figuration and abstraction. Culturally, the kneeling motif resonates with contemporary debates around vulnerability, devotion, protest, and power, positioning the body as a site of lived politics.

The result is a compelling contemporary artwork that rewards sustained viewing, psychological nuance, and formal clarity.

Sir Peter Thomas Blake (born 25 June 1932) is an English pop artist. He co-created the sleeve design for the Beatles' 1967 album Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. His other works include the covers for two of The Who's albums, the cover of the Band Aid single "Do They Know It's Christmas?"

, and the Live Aid concert poster. Blake also designed the 2012 Brit Award statuette. Blake is a prominent figure in the pop art movement. Central to his paintings is his interest in images from popular culture, which have infused his collages.

In 2002 he was knighted at Buckingham Palace for his servic…