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Charles Collins
An English Cottage scene with pony, ducks and chickens being fed, in Cornwall.

circa 1880

About the Item

Charles Collins, as he was known, was born in Hampstead in 1851. He began painting pictures at a very early age starting with landscapes with cattle and figures. He studied at the West London School of Art – but soon realized the school was damaging his style of painting in 1876 he was living at Sherwood House, 12 Arundel Road, Dorking, and in this year married Georgiana Waddingham at St Martin’s Church. They had nine children together who he often included in his work. Two of his of his sons later became painters. Collins became well known for his figure, rustic, and genre paintings in watercolor and oil, but could also work in etching and drypoint. and for many years he illustrated books for the publisher Ernest Nister. He also produced postcards for the same firm. In 1915 he repainted the signboard of the White Horse Hotel. Although spending time in Cornwall with his friend; Dorking artist; George Gardiner, he remained loyal to Dorking. For many years, retaining the post of Art Master at Dorking High School. This painting is framed in a very fine 19th century Swept style Victorian English hand made frame.
  • Creator:
    Charles Collins (1670 - 1744, British)
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1880
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    This painting is an outstanding museum quality example fo the artists work. It is in excellent condition and is framed in its original frame.
  • Gallery Location:
    Woodbury, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU507312436162
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