Joseph Pennell Original Watercolor “Roman Amphitheatre, Arles France” 1883 Architectural View

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Original watercolor by American artist Joseph Pennell, dated 1883, depicting the Roman Amphitheatre in Arles. The composition captures the historic … Read more Original watercolor by American artist Joseph Pennell, dated 1883, depicting the Roman Amphitheatre in Arles. The composition captures the historic Roman arena during a traditional Camargue festival, combining precise architectural observation with lively figural activity—an approach characteristic of Pennell’s early European travel works.

Pennell was a leading American etcher, illustrator, and watercolorist, celebrated for his detailed architectural views created during his travels across Europe in the late nineteenth century. His work is represented in major institutional collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the British Museum, and the Library of Congress.

The watercolor is signed and inscribed by the artist at the lower left. It is presented in a classic gold-tone frame with neutral beige matting. The work is framed without glass so the surface texture and brushwork of the watercolor can be viewed directly, and it is ready to hang.

A professional appraisal completed in June 2024 supports the authenticity and quality of the work and assigns an insurance replacement value of $3,000. Documentation is available upon request.

Condition
Condition is consistent with age and antique works on paper. Minor wear is present, including two older tape marks on the mat and a small tear at the lower right margin. Please review the photographs carefully for additional details.

Dimensions
Framed:21 × 26 inches

Shipping
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