A Y Whishaw, River Scene Boats, 1904 , Watercolour

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A delightful edwardian watercolour depicting boats moored along a peaceful riverbank, signed a. Y. Whishaw and dated 1904. The work … Read more A delightful edwardian watercolour depicting boats moored along a peaceful riverbank, signed a. Y. Whishaw and dated 1904. The work is beautifully executed, with delicate handling of colour and detail capturing the tranquil atmosphere of the riverside setting. The composition has a refined, traditional quality typical of early 20th-century british watercolour painting. The signature suggests the work is probably by alexander y. Whishaw (1870–1946), a british artist associated with landscape and maritime subjects. The watercolour has been carefully cleaned and remounted within its original deep-set ornate frame, retaining the attractive period presentation of the artwork. Specifications: artist: a. Y. Whishaw, probably alexander y. Whishaw (1870–1946) date: 1904 medium: watercolour subject: boats and riverbank period: edwardian signature: signed a. Y. Whishaw presentation: original ornate deep-set frame frame height: 37 cm frame width: 39.5 cm painting height: 17 cm painting width: 19.5 cm condition: good antique condition. The watercolour has been cleaned and remounted. The original ornate frame displays age- and usage-related wear consistent with its period, retaining its attractive antique character. See less