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Village Bridge Scene, Original British Watercolour Painting

circa 1970s

$177.01
£130
€158.53
CA$251.35
A$257.34
CHF 146.16
MX$3,291.09
NOK 1,681.37
SEK 1,747.17
DKK 1,185.03

About the Item

Village Bridge scene by Ronald Birch, British circa 1970's watercolour on art paper, unframed overall paper measures: 14.75 x 19 inches Lovely original watercolour painting by the popular and much admired British painter, Ronald Birch, who was active in the 1970's period. His fluid and masterly handling of watercolour, the traditional form of British landscape painting, captures the British landscape, villages and towns with tremendous skill as well as atmosphere. We are delighted to offer a large collection of his works here on 1stdibs, all of which depict various landmarks of the British landscape. Please be sure to view all of this collection (seach RONALD BIRCH in the 1stdibs search box) - they offer wonderful interior design possibilities either as single paintings or grouped together within a theme. Condition report: very good condition; minor paper edge old creases which would cover with framing.
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1970s
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316662522

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