A watercolour study of the village of Hallsands, probably completed during the late 19th or very early 20th century. Hallsands is a village and beach in south Devon, England, in a precarious position between cliffs and the sea. The village was washed away by the sea in January 1917, caused by the dredging of the beach for gravel by government contractors.
The artist has captured the village in happier times, bathed in summer light. With three figures looking out to sea, and the small thatched cottages slightly hidden by the steep slopes. Walker Cook is known to have painted other scenes of hallsands, including the beach and sketches of its inhabitants. Inscribed on the reverse with the location. Well presented in a gilt effect frame with gold mount.
Signed. On wove.The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration and minor foxing. With some marks and losses to the frame moulding. Noticeably to the lower edge. Also with some trapped surface dirt.
15.4 x 24.2cm (6.1" x 9.5")Framed Size: 37.2 x 45.2cm (14.6" x 17.8")
| SKU | kk086 |
|---|---|
| Artist | G. Walker Cook |
| Date | Late 19th Century |
| Dimensions | 15.4 x 24.2cm |
| Medium | Watercolour |
| Subject | Seascape & Coastal |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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