Gordon Howes (1938-2013) - Contemporary Gouache

Description

A gouache panoramic view of a meteor crater by listed artist Gordon Howes. Titled 'Late Afternoon at Meteor Crater, AZ' and dated to a label on the reverse. Clearly influenced by photo-realism, this is a more expressive example of his work compared to his more scientific fish studies. His bold use of colour and decisive brushstrokes translates well, in a more atmospheric landscape piece. Well presented in a grey card mount and modern black frame. Signed. On board.

Condition

In fine condition.

Size

24.6 x 17.5cm (9.7" x 6.9")
Framed Size: 34.7 x 27.7cm (13.7" x 10.9")

Collection Information

From a collection of fine gouache artworks by scientist, Gordon Howes, depicting tropical fish and American landscapes. The impressive level of detail, in particular to the fish studies is indicative of Howes scientific knowledge. This clearly impacts his artistic style, visible in his tendency towards photo realism.

See More Like This

For our full collection of Gordon Howes (1938-2013) artworks click here

Artist Biography

Born and educated in London, Gordon Howes joined the Natural History Museum in 1968 as a scientific assistant in the fishes section. Besides cataloguing and researching the collection Gordon published over 40 scientific papers on freshwater and deep-sea fish. He also collected and observed fish in their natural habitats in Africa, and North and South America. His paintings of fish have been exhibited in London, Johannesburg and in a solo exhibition at the Natural History Museum in Geneva. Examples of his work can be found in corporate collections such as the Fishmongers Livery Company, London. Howes later retired to Sussex to illustrate books and technical publications while exhibiting a number of landscape works locally.