Artist: William Fergie
Title: A Northumberland Village
Medium: Watercolour on Paper
Edition: Original, One of a kind
Artwork Dimensions: 54cm x 40cm (21" x 16")
Frame Dimensions: 77cm x 62cm (30" x 24.5"
Condition: Image: Good. Frame: Good, some age related marks - see photos
About the artwork
“A Northumberland Village” by William Fergie (1893–1971) is a tranquil watercolour capturing the pastoral charm of rural England. At its heart stands a tall church steeple, anchoring a composition of stone cottages, grazing cattle, and villagers along a winding country path. Fergie’s soft washes and earthy palette evoke a sense of quiet nostalgia, blending architectural detail with atmospheric storytelling. Signed lower right, the painting reflects Fergie’s affinity for Northumberland’s landscapes—whether real or imagined—and his ability to distil everyday scenes into timeless vignettes. Elegantly framed and matted, this piece embodies the artist’s gentle realism and regional pride.”
About the Artist
William Fergie (1893–1971) was a British watercolourist celebrated for his evocative depictions of rural and coastal life in Northumberland and the Tyneside region. A self-taught artist born in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Fergie balanced a career at the Swan Hunter shipyard with a passion for painting, gradually gaining recognition through local exhibitions and magazine contributions. His work blends gentle realism with atmospheric charm, often featuring village scenes, harbours, and pastoral landscapes rendered in soft washes and earthy tones. Fergie’s art reflects a deep connection to place—capturing not just the geography, but the quiet rhythms of everyday life in northern England.”
