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George Henry Downing RBA (1878-1940) - Watercolour A Bit of Old Normandy
Description
A wonderful late 19th or early 20th century watercolour by the artist George Henry Downing. Here he has captured an area of Normandy in France, with timber houses and small streets. With gum arabic and a small piece of card giving the title and artist's name and address as '102 Frensham Road, Southsea'. Signed. On wove.Condition
The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration and minor foxing.
Size
28.3 x 19.4cm (11.1" x 7.6")Sheet: 29.8 x 20.9cm (11.7" x 8.2")
Artist Biography
Painter born in Portsmouth, Hampshire and studied at Portsmouth School of Art, where he received his teaching certificate. He subsequently worked as a painter, mainly of landscapes and portraits and as the 1901 and 1911 census state as a Science & Art Teacher and a Head Schoolmaster. He also taught for several years at Southern Boys Secondary School in Portsmouth. Downing was elected RBA in 1921 and also showed at the Abbey Gallery and at the RA. Portsmouth Art Gallery have a work in their collection.
Location
Normandy, France
| SKU | pn465 |
|---|---|
| Artist | George Henry Downing RBA (1878-1940) |
| Date | Late 19th Century |
| Dimensions | 28.3 x 19.4cm |
| Medium | Watercolour |
| Subject | Architecture & Cityscapes |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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