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David Mead (1906-1986) - Mid 20th Century Oil Autumn On The English Plains
Description
A beautiful oil landscape showing a sunny, late Autumn afternoon view of the rolling hills and woods of England. The artist has captured the golden sunlight and the long shadows of the trees wonderful.
The artist has signed to the lower right hand corner. There is a label at the back with the pictures provenance and inscribed with the artist's address and information. The painting is presented in an ornate contemporary frame in brushed wood with light touches of gilt effect. The frame is un-glazed.
On board.Condition
The painting and frame are in fine condition.
Size
48.5 x 68.5cm (19.1" x 27")Framed Size: 63 x 83cm (24.8" x 32.7")
Collection Information
Provenance with Harrods Ltd picture department, Knightsbridge, London, SW1
Artist Biography
David Mead was born in London in 1906. A self-taught painter, he started painting landscapes at the age of 9, greatly influenced by F W Hayes.
His works show influence of the works of Constable, Corot and Claude Cardon, the latter living in the same town of Whitstable, gave great assistance.
One of his pictures was on loan to the National Gallery between 1942- 1944, and columns appeared in the press concerning his work, including the Daily Telegraph, Evening Standard, Evening News, as well as local and country papers throughout Kent, Sussex and West London. He also exhibited at the RA.
| SKU | qc768 |
|---|---|
| Artist | David Mead (1906-1986) |
| Date | Mid 20th Century |
| Dimensions | 48.5 x 68.5cm |
| Medium | Oil |
| Subject | Landscape |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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