Charles Cundall was born in Stratford, Lancashire. Studied at Manchester School of Art, obtaining a scholarship to Royal College of Art in 1912. After World War I Army service returned to Royal College in 1918, then was at Slade School of Fine Art in 1919-20 and in Paris. Cundall travelled widely in several continents and became noted for his panoramic pictures. Member of New English Arts Club, RP and other bodies. Prolific Royal Academy exhibitor. Held his first solo show at Colnaghi in 1927. Official War Artist during World War II. Elected RA in 1944. His work is represented in many public collections (see Art UK).