William Eyre (1891–1979) - Signed 20th Century Gouache, View of Traviso, Venice

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William Eyre
William Eyre (1891–1979) - Signed 20th Century Gouache, View of Traviso, Venice

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A fine 20th century watercolour from English artist William Eyre (1891-1979), depicting a canal view at Traviso, Venice. Eyre’s work shows considerable skill in the handling of watercolours, his confidence, sense of drama and simplicity of technique has drawn comparisons with John Sell Cotman. Well presented in a washline mount and gilt effect frame. Provenance: no. 52 in the exhibition catalogue for 'William Eyre: A Gentleman's Travels' which was hosted by James Harvey British Art at Malletts in Chelsea, November 2008. Signed. On wove. Image Size: 22.1 x 30.1cm (8.7" x 11.9") Framed Size: 38.3 x 45.8cm (15.1" x 18") Artist Biography: William Eyre (1891-1979) was a landscape painter of extraordinary talent who exhibited at the Croydon Art Society for the best part of twenty years, with the likes of Hesketh Hubbard, PRBA, ROI, FSA, Jack Merriott, RI, William Watkins, RI, William Fryer and Cicely Mary Barker. In 1971, Eyre moved to North Wales where he remained for the rest of his life, however he still regularly contributed to the Croydon Art Society’s exhibitions, although he no longer put his works up for sale. His works record the myriad of places that he visited, not only in England but on the Continent, and cover all seasons, but it was the sublime landscapes of Northern Wales that proved to be his final and most haunting inspiration; he died there in 1979. Eyre’s works show considerable skill in the handling of both oil and watercolour, two very different mediums, and his landscapes have even been likened to Whistler. His confidence, sense of drama and simplicity of technique has also drawn comparisons with Cotman and there is a clear link to be made with the work of Edward Seago, seen in the soft play of light across Eyre's coastal landscapes. Our collection of watercolours and oils by Eyre includes stunning views of the artist’s beloved Welsh landscape, including Deganwy and Mawddasch Estuary. Other locations featured include Ludlow in Shropshire, Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight, Woodbridge in Suffolk, Roundstone in Ireland, Windsor and many others. Most of the works are signed by the artist and titled and dated to the reverse. Many of these works were also exhibited at a special exhibition in November 2008 entitled 'William Eyre: A Gentleman's Travels' which was hosted by James Harvey British Art at Malletts in Chelsea.

Creator:
William Eyre (1891 - 1979)
Dimensions:
Height: 15.08 in (38.3 cm)Width: 18.04 in (45.8 cm)
Medium:
Gouache
Movement & Style:
Realist
Period:
20th Century
Condition:
In excellent condition.
Gallery Location:
Corsham, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: kj0991stDibs: LU88133245241