Sheep on Moorland
Original Watercolour Painting
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William Edward Parker (1922-2017)
£195.00Price
- Original watercolour painting, depicting a herd of sheep on an expansive moorland, by the Yorkshire artist William Parker (1922–2017).William Edward Parker was born in Keighley, West Yorkshire, was educated at the Holy Croft School, and studied art at Keighley Art School (Mechanics’ Institute). He worked in a mill until World War 2 when he served in the army. After the war he worked as a lamplighter, and then a labourer with British Gas. Upon retirement he began to paint more seriously and came to prominence when Ashley Jackson chose 5 of his paintings to feature in a calender of works by British Gas' employees and pensioners. The publicity boosted his popularity and today his works can be found in private collections nationally and internationally.- Signed by the artist lower right- Framed, glazed and ready to hang in its original gilt-coloured period frame with painted white inset- Painting size 28cm x 22cm (Approx. 11 inches x 8 5/8 inches)- Frame size 44cm x 38cm (Approx. 17 1/4 inches x 15 inches)- The painting is in excellent condition- The frame has some minor rubbing, and minor nibbles to the corners, commensurate with age, otherwise it is sound and in excellent condition- Original gift- All paintings are carefully packaged to prevent damage during shipping- Please contact us for European and Worldwide shipping prices- If you have any questions about this item, please contact us and we will respond within an hour
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