David Woodlock (1842-1929) - Watercolour Flower Seller in Venice

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A superb late 19th/early 20th century watercolour by the acclaimed Irish artist David Woodlock (1842-1929). This an excellent example of Woodlock's oeuvre, which cantered on quaint- typically Victorian, chocolate box scenes . In this particular composition the artist shows a flower seller, delicately positioned on the steps of Doge's Palace in Venice. The artist's masterful handling of watercolours is evident in the subtle way he uses small brushstrokes to build the purple and pink hues of the flowers. The blushed cheeks of the flower seller are typical of Woodlock's distinctive impressionistic style. The painting is inscribed 'Venice Flower Seller in the Courtyard of the Doge Palace' on the reverse. With an exhibition sticker detailing the artist as David Woodlock, exhibitor at a number of important galleries including The Royal Academy,

Condition

The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration. There are a number of foxing spots and mountburn visible to the edges of the artwork.

Size

17.1 x 24.5cm (6.7" x 9.6")
Sheet: 23 x 35.8cm (9.1" x 14.1")

Artist Biography

Irish-born painter of bucolic chocolate-box Victorian paintings in both oils and watercolours. He studied at Liverpool School of Art where he studied under John Finnie and was a founder member of the Liver Sketching Club and a member of the Liverpool Academy of Arts. Woodlock exhibited many works at the Walker Art Gallery and also showed at the Manchester Academy of Fine Arts, Royal Academy of Arts, Royal Society of British Artists, Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours, Royal Scottish Academy and at the Dudley Gallery Art Society. He appears to have been only a part-time artist as the census of 1871 and 1891 record his as a draper in various guises. Examples of his work are held in the collections of Bangor University, Merthyr Tydfil Museum & Art Gallery, National Museums Liverpool and Williamson Art Gallery.

Location

Venice, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Veneto, Italy

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SKU pk400
Artist David Woodlock (1842-1929)
Date Late 19th Century
Dimensions 17.1 x 24.5cm
Medium Watercolour
Style Impressionism
Subject Portrait
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