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John Steane (b.1931)
Green and Red Sailboat in Harbour Yard with Vintage Cars Watercolour

$558.83
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Title: Green and Red Sailboat in Harbour Yard with Vintage Cars Watercolour by John Steane (b.1931) Size: 15 inches (height) x 19.75 inches (width) watercolor painting on paper, unframed condition: Good, with minor edge wear Provenance: from a large private collection of this artists work, Oxford, England Description: This vivid and characterful watercolour by British artist John Steane (b.1931) depicts a colourful harbour yard scene featuring a bold green-and-red sailboat perched on a trailer, likely undergoing repair or preparation. Set against a rich blue sky and flanked by stone walls, the boat is offset by two classic cars parked nearby—one in red and white, evoking a mid-century Americana feel—adding an unexpected vintage charm to the coastal environment. The loose but precise pen outlines and layered washes suggest Steane’s interest in both form and function, capturing a slice of working life in a coastal town. The varied textures—stone, metal, water, and wood—are skillfully conveyed, giving the painting a rich visual rhythm and a clear sense of place. The inclusion of leafless trees and cloud banks suggests late autumn or early spring, enhancing the contemplative atmosphere. While the exact location is unspecified, the architecture and style are consistent with small British shipyards or repair docks, possibly in Cornwall, Suffolk, or even northern Scotland, where traditional boatyards still operate in close connection with the surrounding community. This painting will appeal to collectors of maritime art, vintage automotive enthusiasts, and admirers of plein air watercolour with a documentary quality. It’s a lively, layered study of a coastal yard scene that captures both the nostalgia and energy of 20th-century British working harbours.
  • Creator:
    John Steane (b.1931) (1931, British)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 19.75 in (50.17 cm)
  • Medium:
    Watercolor
  • Movement & Style:
    Impressionist
  • Period:
    Late 20th Century
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316672812

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