Montague Smyth (1863–1965) - Early 20th Century Watercolour Near Southend

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A charming early 20th Century watercolour showing a sunset view of the coastline near Southend in Essex. The artist has signed to the lower right and inscribed the location to the lower left. The painting has been presented in a gilt oak frame with wash-line mount. On paper.

Condition

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

Size

14 x 31cm (5.5" x 12.2")

Collection Information

Southend-on-Sea is a resort town on the Thames Estuary in Essex, southeast England.

Artist Biography

Painter of atmospheric landscapes, born and based in London, who spent several early childhood years with his mother in New Zealand, returning to live with his grandmother. Was educated at Leamington College and Cambridge University, abandoned the idea of an Army career, then studied art alone on the continent. His only lessons were from Fred Brown at Westminster School of Art and in Italy. Smyth had early success, in 1894 joining the RBA and showing at RA; having a solo show at Dowdeswell Galleries in 1899; in 1904 joining the ROI. He became its president, also of the London Sketch Club of which he was a founder-member in 1898. In 1905 Smyth travelled through China and Japan, resulting pictures illustrating books on the countries and forming the basis of a solo exhibition at Baillie Gallery, 1906.

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SKU rh252
Artist Montague Smyth (1863–1965)
Date Early 20th Century
Dimensions 14 x 31cm
Medium Watercolour
Subject Landscape
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