Harold Hope Read was born in Greenwich in 1881 and later lived in Lewisham in London, Brighton and Tunbridge Wells, where he passed away in 1959. During his years in Tunbridge Wells, where he moved to in the 1930s, Hope Read lived an avant-garde lifestyle with his live-in housekeeper, life model and mistress, who we know only as Hilda. Here the artist became known as the Bohemian of Tunbridge Wells and his work is now acknowledged as the precursor of Edward Ardizzone (1900–79). It is from Hilda, that the present collection of works originates, after being passed down through Hilda's family after her death. Hope Read’s involvement with his patron, Charles Lambert Rutherston and fellow artists William Orpen (1878–1931) and Sir William Rothenstein (1872–1945) has been credited for inspiring the series of paintings and drawings he titled High Life. In this series, Hope Read depicts the wealthy and famous clientele of his colleagues in a lavishly detailed drawing style. Through this style, he conveyed the opulence of the members of high-society he encountered, including their luxurious costumes and grand interiors. Hope Read regularly submitted works to the Royal Academy's Annual Exhibition and exhibited works at the Alpine Gallery, the New English Art Club, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours and the National Society of British Artists.
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, Bathers on a Crowded Beach
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
A fascinating glimpse of holiday life in the early 20th century, this beach scene features characters of various ages. The artist has used clothing to hi...
Watercolor
Street Scene with Women and a Beggar
By Chester Dixon Snowden 1
Located in Houston, TX
Watercolor painting of a street scene with two females and a man that appears to be a beggar. The work is signed by the artist. It is framed in a black frame with a yellow matte. Dim...
Watercolor
$450
H 4.73 in W 10.63 in
Dorset Landscape Watercolor on Handmade Paper, Late 19th Century
Located in Middletown, NY
Watercolor with graphite on watercolor paper 4 3/4 x 10 5/8 inches (120 x 270 mm), the full sheet. Initialed and dated in pencil in the lower right recto. In very good condition with...
Watercolor, Handmade Paper, Graphite
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H 11.82 in W 8.27 in
PINKHAS - Mixed media -Unique piece - Bouquet de fleurs - Still life -
By PINKHAS
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Mixed media on paper Hand signed and titled Unique piece Mint condition
Ink, Watercolor
$7,500
H 31.5 in W 37.5 in D 1.5 in
“Six Figures, c. 1965-70” by Sakti Burman (b. 1935) Indian Folklore Watercolor
By Sakti Burman
Located in Yardley, PA
“Six Figures, c. 1965-70” by Sakti Burman (b. 1935). A wonderful example of Burman’s distinctive fusion of Indian folkloric imagery with European surrealist and fantastical sensibil...
Paper, Ink, Watercolor
$861
H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in
Futile, Original Contemporary Watercolor Painting, Roses, Flowers
By Deniz Bayav
Located in AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FR
Work : Original Watercolor Painting, Unique Work. Handmade artwork. Ready to Hang. Medium : Watercolor on Archival paper Artist : Deniz Bayav Subject : Futile (Title) Signature : T...
Watercolor
$10,850
H 20 in W 14.5 in
Johann Weinmann: c18th Botanical Engravings in Decalcomania Frames, Set of 6
By Johann Weinmann
Located in Richmond, GB
A group of mezzotint engravings of flowers from: "Phytanthoza Iconographia", c1739, presented in hand-made parcel-gilt, ebonised and decalcomania frames. Johann Weinmann (1683-174...
Watercolor, Mezzotint
$341
H 11.03 in W 7.49 in D 0.04 in
Our Grandfathers, Pen, Modern Style, Signed, 1950s, Unframed
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
Pen drawing on paper. Not signed. Good condition.
Watercolor
Untitled Fashion Design, 1919
By Erté
Located in Greenwich, CT
Likely a dress design for Henri Bendel or B. Altman, Untitled Fashion Design from 1919 is an iconic early Erté design. Erté's stylized Villa Excelsior name stamp and the 'Composition...
Paper, Gouache
Pleasanton Hotel, Pleasanton California
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork "Pleasanton Hotel, Pleasanton, California" 1987, is a watercolor on paper by American artist William E. Hamilton, b.1940. It is signed and dated at the lower right corne...
Watercolor
Enceladus
By Thomas Broadbent
Located in New York, NY
watercolor on paper, available framed Broadbent has shown extensively throughout the U.S. as well as internationally. Broadbent’s work won the Pulse Prize for best solo booth at Pul...
Watercolor, Archival Paper
$854
H 9.85 in W 13.78 in D 0.04 in
Half Blonde and Half Brunette, Charcoal, Modern Style, Signed, 1970s, Unframed
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
Charcoal and watercolor drawing on cardboard. Hand signed lower right. Very good condition.
Watercolor
$273
H 10.24 in W 7.49 in D 0.04 in
Spring Calls Watercolor Painting, Impressionist, 26x19 cm, New
By Elena Lukina
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Spring Calls" is more than just a watercolor; it is a symbol of the beginning of spring and that magical moment when the world awakens. I was inspired by the special feeling of joy ...
Paper, Watercolor
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H 14.57 in W 15.36 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Early 20th Century Watercolour, Lady's Room
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful watercolour painting with pen and ink by the artist Harold Hope Read. The scene depicts a room with several high society ladies, a typical subject in Read's work. Presen...
Watercolor
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H 12.52 in W 10.16 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Watercolour, Fête Champêtre"
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
A vibrant and characterful garden party, drawn in ink, watercolour and graphite. This is a fantastic example of the artist's ability to create narrativ...
Watercolor
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H 14.69 in W 17.84 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, Daily Street Scene
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
An excellent narrative watercolour in the typical style of Harold Hope Read, depicting a crowded city street scene (possibly Brighton, where the artist lived for a time). In his dist...
Watercolor
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H 15.28 in W 18.35 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, Busy Street Scene
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
An excellent narrative watercolour in the typical style of Harold Hope Read, depicting a crowded city street scene (possibly Brighton, where the artist lived for a time). In his dist...
Watercolor
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H 16.58 in W 21.74 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, A Busy Shopping Street
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
A fantastic view of shoppers on a street, likely Tunbridge Wells or Brighton, both places where Harold Hope Read lived for a time - he enjoyed drawing ...
Watercolor
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H 15.08 in W 19.02 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, Figures in an English Park
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
A joyful study in ink and watercolour washes by Harold Hope Read, depicting figures walking through a park. Well presented in a cream card mount and modern brown frame. Unsigned. On ...
Watercolor
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H 17.29 in W 21.5 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Pen and Ink Drawing, Holiday Makers
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
A beautifully observed study of holiday makers on an English beach by Harold Hope Read, painted in the artist's typical narrative style. This is a wonderful example of Hope Read's be...
Pen
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H 17.33 in W 23.82 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, Ladies on a Park Stroll
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
A superb watercolour by Harold Hope Read depicting fashionably dressed 1920s ladies enjoying a summer's day in an English park. The painting is laid to backing paper with a hand draw...
Watercolor
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H 14.69 in W 18.9 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, Busy 1920s Street Scene
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
A stunning example of Harold Hope Read's oeuvre, drawn with ink and watercolour wash. Typical of the artist's subject matter, we are presented with a narrative composition of figures...
Watercolor
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H 12.64 in W 16.66 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Framed Watercolour, Figures on a Park Bench
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
A characterful study of figures in an autumnal park, well presented in a card double mount and modern pale wood frame. Unsigned. On wove.
Watercolor
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H 15.28 in W 18.31 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Signed & Framed 1925 Watercolour, Beach Dozing
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
A beautifully observed study of relaxing on an English beach by Harold Hope Read, painted in the artist's typical narrative style. This is a wonderful example of Hope Read's beach sc...
Watercolor
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H 14.73 in W 17.76 in
Harold Hope Read (1881-1959) - Signed 1925 Watercolour, Strolling Through a Park
By Harold Hope Read
Located in Corsham, GB
An excellent narrative watercolour in the typical style of Harold Hope Read, depicting crowds enjoying a summer's day in an English park. In his distinctive style, Hope Read has crea...
Watercolor