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Jack GrunwellJohn Wesley Kingswood School Bristol 1830 Historic Minature Watercolor
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Title: John Wesley Kingswood School Bristol 1830 Historic Minature Watercolor
by Jack Grunwell, 20th century British artist
Medium: Watercolor on thin card, unframed
Measurements: 2.5 inches (height) x 4.25 inches (width)
Condition: Very good and highly presentable
Provenance: from a large private collection of this artists work in Bristol, England.
Description:
This historically rich watercolor by Jack Grunwell captures John Wesley’s Kingswood School, a significant educational institution in Bristol, England, originally founded in 1748 by John Wesley, the leader of the Methodist movement. This particular scene is set in 1830, illustrating the school’s Georgian architecture, daily student life, and its strong ties to Methodist history.
The painting is full of period detail, with students gathered in formation, teachers supervising, and a mounted figure on horseback, adding movement and authenticity to the scene. The composition also showcases the school’s striking white façade, a chapel-like structure, and surrounding period buildings, making it a wonderful depiction of 19th-century British academic life.
Key Features:
Depicts Kingswood School, a historic Methodist educational institution, founded to provide education for the children of preachers.
Captures an authentic 19th-century school setting, with students, faculty, and a horse-mounted figure, creating a lively and historically engaging composition.
Showcases fine architectural detailing of Georgian and early Victorian styles, emphasizing the school’s rich history.
Delicate watercolor technique enhances the sense of nostalgia, making this an ideal artwork for collectors of Methodist history, British educational institutions, and classic period scenes.
This piece is a perfect addition to collections focused on religious heritage, academic history, and Bristol landmarks, offering both historical significance and artistic charm.
- Creator:Jack Grunwell (British, English)
- Dimensions:Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509315787242

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