About Maurice Shellim

Maurice was born in Shanghai in 1915. He qualified as a doctor at Guy's Hospital (London) in 1939 and served in the Royal Army Medical Corps in the Middle East and Italy.

His extensive travels were a strong influence on his work, and he held regular exhibitions in London.

Maurice also published a definitive work on Thomas and William Daniell, two artists who painted extensively during their travels in India during the 18th century.

Maurice Shellim died on 18th August, 2009.

The web site

The web site was created by Maurice's nephew Michael Shellim, from meticulous notes and photographs provided by his uncle.

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