Exquisite example of Henry Charles Fox RBA (1855-1929) watercolour featuring a shepherd guiding his flock of sheep through a rural landscape.
Signed and dated 1916
Size: Image: 37cm x 54cm
Frame: 56cm x 73cm
Condition: Image: Good. Frame: Some marks. See photos.
About the artist:
Henry Charles Fox (1855–1929) was a prolific British painter, best known for his atmospheric watercolour landscapes that lovingly documented the vanishing Victorian rural life in the south of England, particularly in Surrey, Kent, and Sussex. As the industrial age progressed, Fox captured an idealised, tranquil vision of the countryside, frequently depicting rural scenes featuring farm animals, country lanes, and farm workers engaged in their daily toil, rendered with a delicate, soft-edged technique and an earthy palette. A respected figure in the art world, he exhibited regularly at the Royal Academy from 1880 onwards, and was elected a full member of the Royal Society of British Artists (RBA) in 1889, ensuring his enduring popularity as a chronicler of the pastoral English landscape at the turn of the century.
This large watercolour painting by Henry Charles Fox, signed by the artist in 1916, depicts a shepherd with sheep in a rural landscape. The intricate details and vibrant colours capture the essence of country living and farming during the early 20th century. As an original work, this piece is a unique and one of a kind addition to any art collection, showcasing Fox's skill as a watercolour painter and his talent for creating compelling and lifelike representations of the natural world. The mounted and framed artwork, measuring 54cm in height and 37cm in width, is a true reflection of Fox's craftsmanship and artistic vision.
