Lennard Lewis (1826-1913) - 1899 Watercolour Italian Lake Scene

Description

A fine late 19th Century watercolour landscape showing an expansive Italian lake with imposing mountains in the distance. The artist has signed and dated to the lower left corner and the painting has been presented in a a simple gilt frame with wash line mount. There is a gallery label at the reverse with the artist's name and dates. On paper.

Condition

The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration and some light foxing.

Size

22.2 x 52.5cm (8.7" x 20.7")
Framed Size: 38 x 68cm (15" x 26.8")

Artist Biography

London-born Lennard Lewis was a watercolourist and painter in oils who made a specialty of English, French and Portuguese architectural views. He exhibited at the Royal Academy, the Grosvenor Gallery and the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours. He also showed with the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists and submitted work to exhibitions in Liverpool, Manchester, Sheffield and Leeds.

Location

21, Frith Street, London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom, W1D 4RN