We use cookies to make your experience better. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. Learn more about our cookies policy.
Harry Bennett (1879-1955) - Signed Early 20th Century Oil Village Scene
Description
This painting depicts a quaint, rural village with figures wandering towards the church. The expressive brushstrokes are typical of Bennett's style. Well presented in a textured guilt effect frame. Signed to the lower left. On Board.Condition
Inspection under UV light reveals no restoration. There is surface dirt and very minor surface marks. Minor scuffs to the frame.
Size
29.8 x 37.3cm (11.7" x 14.7")Framed Size: 39.6 x 47.8cm (15.6" x 18.8")
Artist Biography
Harry Bennett was born 5 November 1879 in Grimsby, Lincolnshire. His father was Solomon Bennett, an immigrant from Lithuania who was given the name Bennett on arrival in England. He was a director of the well known Grimsby business, Bennett and Jennison. Many of the subjects for his oils are local scenes and beauty spots in the north Lincolnshire area around Grimsby. Newspaper articles show he exhibited in Hull in the 1930’s. He died in Grimsby in 1955 aged 75. Many of Bennett's paintings are signed in capital letters, ‘H BENNETT’.
| SKU | qu681 |
|---|---|
| Artist | Harry Bennett (1879-1955) |
| Date | Early 20th Century |
| Dimensions | 29.8 x 37.3cm |
| Medium | Oil |
| Style | Impressionism |
| Subject | Architecture & Cityscapes |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
Delivery prices for this item are as follows
Remember - we combine shipping costs for multiple purchases automatically so go through to checkout for the final price.