Cecil Charles Ernest Jones, Still Life Watercolour with Yellow Roses, 1950, Watercolor, Framed

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Yellow and White Roses, Watercolour by Cecil Charles Ernest Jones, circa 1950–1960 Material: Watercolour on Paper, Giltwood Frame, Glass A … Read more Yellow and White Roses, Watercolour by Cecil Charles Ernest Jones, circa 1950–1960 Material: Watercolour on Paper, Giltwood Frame, Glass A charming mid-20th-century watercolour by listed artist Cecil Charles Ernest Jones, born in 1894, depicting an abundant arrangement of yellow and white roses presented in a vase. The composition is sensitively rendered with a subtle and harmonious use of colour. Soft yellows, whites and natural foliage are handled with an impressionistic quality, capturing the delicacy and freshness of the flowers while retaining the fluid character associated with the watercolour medium. The work demonstrates an accomplished treatment of light, colour and form, creating an elegant floral still life with considerable decorative appeal. Dating from circa 1950–1960, the watercolour is presented beneath glass with a museum mount and an ornate gilded frame, complementing the traditional character of the composition. Presented in good vintage condition, with appropriate signs of age consistent with its date and medium. Dimensions: Width: 21 in (53.3 cm) Height: 17 in (43.2 cm) Weight: Approximately 3 kg (6.6 lb) Date of Manufacture: circa 1950–1960 Period: Mid-20th Century Country of Origin: United Kingdom See less