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Herbert C Ahier (1888-1976) - 1943 Watercolour Squall-1870
Description
A fine watercolour study of a clipper at sea caught out in a squall of wind and driving rain. Signed and dated to the lower right corner. On wove laid to board.Condition
The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some even discolouration, and light scuff marks to the watercolour in the top right-hand corner.
Size
35.8 x 54.4cm (14.1" x 21.4")Sheet: 39.1 x 57.6cm (15.4" x 22.7")
Artist Biography
Herbet Charles Ahier was a commercial artist and illustrator, born in Mile End, London. Details of any art education that Ahier's may have had are not known but by World War I he had become known for producing marine images. After the war in which he served with the Duke of Cambridge's own regiment, he began working as a commercial artist and illustrated for publishers J. M. Dent. On the Electoral Roll for 1939, he is described as 'Retoucher and General Commercial Artist-Photo Engraver' living in Streatham where he eventually died. There is no record of Ahier ever exhibiting his work.
| SKU | rk467 |
|---|---|
| Artist | Herbert C Ahier (1888-1976) |
| Date | 1943 |
| Dimensions | 35.8 x 54.4cm |
| Medium | Watercolour |
| Subject | Nautical |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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