E. W. Melworth, British Hunting Sporting Impressionistic Composition, Watercolour

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E. L. Melworth, a hunting we do go, watercolour, circa 1960s material: watercolour on paper, wood frame, glass a charming … Read more E. L. Melworth, a hunting we do go, watercolour, circa 1960s material: watercolour on paper, wood frame, glass a charming mid-20th-century watercolour by artist e. L. Melworth, entitled a hunting we do go. Dating from circa the 1960s, the work depicts a traditional british hunting scene, executed in an impressionistic manner with a subtle and harmonious use of colour. The fluid handling of the watercolour medium gives the composition an appealing sense of movement and atmosphere. The sporting subject is rendered with expressive detail, capturing the character and tradition associated with british hunting scenes while retaining a light and spontaneous painterly quality. The watercolour is presented beneath glass within a cream-coloured frame, which displays some minor distressing consistent with age and use. Presented in good vintage condition, with appropriate signs of age consistent with its date and medium. The frame is slightly distressed. Dimensions: width: 21.5 in (54.6 cm) height: 14.5 in (36.8 cm) weight: approximately 2 kg (4.4 lb) date of manufacture: circa 1960s period: mid-20th century style: impressionist / british sporting art country of origin: united kingdom See less