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Anthony Herbert
Southwold Promenade in Early Morning Light with Figures and Seafront Houses

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Title: Southwold Promenade in Early Morning Light with Figures and Seafront Houses By Tony Herbert (1927-2024) Medium: Watercolor on artists paper Size: 11 x 14.75 inches Inscribed verso: “Southwold Early Morning” Condition: good; slight edge curling consistent with unmounted paper, colours remain fresh Provenance: From a large private collection of this artists work, Oxford, England Description: In this atmospheric watercolour by Tony Herbert, the artist captures the Southwold seafront bathed in gentle early morning light. A curve of pink-hued pavement leads the eye along the promenade, where a handful of figures walk, pause, or look out toward the sea. A single streetlamp marks the rhythm of the curve, while the stillness of the rising sun casts long shadows across the cottages and curved wall. The muted tones and soft, granular textures in the stonework suggest a time of day just before full warmth — when the coastal town of Southwold, one of Suffolk’s most beloved seaside locations, is only beginning to stir. On the right, houses recede into violet and blue shadow, while the left side opens toward the expansive coastal sky and dunes. Herbert’s watercolours are known for their immediacy and tonal subtlety, often painted directly from life. Here, he combines linear perspective with loose brushwork and a nuanced understanding of light, lending the piece both structure and emotion. His training as an illustrator shows in the composition, but his painterly sensitivity elevates it into a study of mood and time. Perfect for collectors of British coastal landscapes, Suffolk art, and paintings that celebrate the beauty of quiet moments, this piece would suit heritage-style, seaside, or minimalist interiors, where its calm presence can shine.
  • Creator:
    Anthony Herbert
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316631242

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