Attrib. Samuel Gillespie Prout (1822-1911)- Mixed Media Abbeville on the Somme

Description

A charming study of a local man fishing on the banks of the River Somme. The bell towers of St. Wolfram can be seen to the distance, towering over the town of Abbeville. Well-presented in a gilt-effect frame with card mount. Bearing the signature 'S. G. Prout' to the lower left corner. On paper.

Condition

The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration. The paper has some damage to the lower edge, touched in by watercolour pencil.

Size

33.5 x 24.5cm (13.2" x 9.6")
Framed Size: 54 x 44cm (21.3" x 17.3")

Artist Biography

Samuel Gillespie Prout (1822-1911) was the youngest son of artist Samuel Prout (1783 - 1852). Samuel Gillespie Prout intended to follow the family profession of artist and his style was heavily influenced by his father's work. Prout made a tour of France in 1846 and made many attempts to earn a living as a private tutor and drawing teacher. In his later life he focused more on charitable work, until his death in 1911.

Location

Abbeville, Somme, Hauts-de-France, France, 80100