Peter Beadle ONZM (b.1933) - Signed 1988 Oil, Village nr Henley on Thames

Description

A charming contemporary oil by the artist Peter Beadle, depicting a street scene in a village near Henley on Thames. Here the artist has captured an idyllic, romantic view of an English countryside village.

Completed in lush green tones and vivid browns that give the composition a masterful sense of realism, is offset with touches of stylized aspects. Beadle cleverly draws the eye down the main road, attracting the viewer to the interesting architecture in the houses. A mixture of expressive and detailed brushstrokes gives the composition a sense of depth and perspective.

The artist manages to achieve an impressive sense of both movement and anticipation in this work, with impressionistic elements enhancing the momentary nature of this snapshot of an English village.

Well-presented in a painted wooden frame with gilt detail, with an overall distressed look. Signed to the lower left corner.

Signed and incsribed on the reverse. On canvas board.

Condition

There is some minor surface dirt on the painting and signs and over painting on the frame. Generally in good condition overall.

Size

20.6 x 29.2cm (8.1" x 11.5")
Framed Size: 38.4 x 47.4cm (15.1" x 18.7")

Artist Biography

Peter Beadle is a contemporary New Zealander painter known for his depictions of rugged landscapes. Born in 1933 in New Zealand, Beadle is recognized as the leading landscape painter of his country. In 1999, his nation’s government awarded him with the Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit award for his contribution to the arts and conservation. The artist lives and works in the Central Otago, New Zealand.