31 JANUARY 1936, Page 19

[To the Editor of THE Sencrsroa.] SIR,—As I am myself

collecting material for a dictionary of British Artists, it was with particular interest that I read " C. D.'s " letter in your last issue. I agree with hint that in research into the history of art in this country there is yet a large amount of work to be done, and I think his proposal for an annual prize to Stimulate such research a valuable one. May I venture to suggest that it is information on the minor schools and masters that is most needed, and that in this work our local art galleries and museums could be of much assistance?