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Walter John Bayes R.w.s "Bolton Abbey". Landscape Watercolour.
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Walter John Bayes R.w.s "Bolton Abbey". Landscape Watercolour.

1900 - 1920
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Artist: Walter John Bayes. R.W.S (1869 London-1956)

Title: 'Bolton Abbey and the River Wharfe, Yorkshire'

Medium: Watercolour.

Size: 14.5'' x 21'' unframed (in inches)

22" x 29" framed (in inches).

Signed.

Provenance: From the collection of Dr Bill Greenwood.

In good 'ready to hang' condition.

Free U.K Carriage. Trade enquiries welcome.

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This charming rural landscape depicting the famous Bolton Abbey belonging to Lord and Lady Bolton of Chatsworth House.

Walter John Bayes. R.W.S (1869 London-1956)

Bayes was born in 1869 in London. He studied at the City and Guilds Technical College at Finsbury (1886-1900) and at Westminster School of Art (1900-02). He exhibited from 1890. He was headmaster of the Westminster School of Art from 1918-34, lecturer in perspective, Royal Academy, from 1929, and directer of painting, Lancaster School of Arts and Crafts, 1944-49. He exhibited at many Art Galleries including Birmingham, Carfax & Co gallery, Fine Art Society, Goupil Gallery, Liverpool, Leicester Gallery, New English art Club, Royal Academy, Royal Society of British Artists, Royal Institute, Royal Scottish Academy and Royal Scottish Society of Painters in watercolours.

Physical Dimensions
Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

William Greenwood Fine Art has dated this Bolton Abbey Landscape Watercolour to the 1900s.

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Description
Artist: Walter John Bayes. R.W.S (1869 London-1956)

Title: 'Bolton Abbey and the River Wharfe, Yorkshire'

Medium: Watercolour.

Size: 14.5'' x 21'' unframed (in inches)

22" x 29" framed (in inches).

Signed.

fig 1. A watercolour painting depicting the stone arches of a ruined abbey beside a flowing river surrounded by foliage and hills.
fig 1. Walter John Bayes R.w.s "Bolton Abbey". Landscape Watercolour.

Provenance: From the collection of Dr Bill Greenwood.

In good 'ready to hang' condition.

Free U.K Carriage. Trade enquiries welcome.

For more info please contact us at:

fig 2. A watercolour painting depicting the stone arches of a ruined abbey beside a flowing river surrounded by foliage and hills.
fig 2. Walter John Bayes R.w.s "Bolton Abbey". Landscape Watercolour.

Tel: 01677 424830

Mob: 07885 175279

Email: williamgreenwoodfineart@gmail.com

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This charming rural landscape depicting the famous Bolton Abbey belonging to Lord and Lady Bolton of Chatsworth House.
William Greenwood Fine Art

Walter John Bayes. R.W.S (1869 London-1956)

Bayes was born in 1869 in London. He studied at the City and Guilds Technical College at Finsbury (1886-1900) and at Westminster School of Art (1900-02). He exhibited from 1890. He was headmaster of the Westminster School of Art from 1918-34, lecturer in perspective, Royal Academy, from 1929, and directer of painting, Lancaster School of Arts and Crafts, 1944-49. He exhibited at many Art Galleries including Birmingham, Carfax & Co gallery, Fine Art Society, Goupil Gallery, Liverpool, Leicester Gallery, New English art Club, Royal Academy, Royal Society of British Artists, Royal Institute, Royal Scottish Academy and Royal Scottish Society of Painters in watercolours.

Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

William Greenwood Fine Art has dated this Bolton Abbey Landscape Watercolour to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1012744
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William Greenwood Fine Art
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A watercolour painting depicting the stone arches of a ruined abbey beside a flowing river surrounded by foliage and hills.
Walter John Bayes R.W.S "Bolton Abbey". Landscape watercolour.
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A watercolour painting depicting the stone arches of a ruined abbey beside a flowing river surrounded by foliage and hills.
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  • ObjectWatercolour Painting
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleBritish Fine Art
  • MaterialWatercolour, Paper
  • ColourMuted Green
  • MotifsGothic arches, River bank, Foliage, Ruined abbey
  • SizeH 56 cm (22 in) x W 74 cm (29 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

This British fine art landscape watercolour on paper dates from 1900. Created by Walter John Bayes, the composition presents a pastoral view of Bolton Abbey with Gothic arches, a winding river, dense foliage, and rolling hills rendered in muted green, soft blues, and earthy browns. The artwork includes a visible artist signature in the lower left corner and shows subtle tonal variations across the paper surface, capturing a peaceful rural setting with tranquil water reflections against ancient stonework. Measuring 56 cm high, 74 cm wide, and 3 cm deep, the painting suits placement above the mantel in a traditional English country house interior. Collectors display fine art pieces within reception spaces, studies, or living areas to introduce classic regional scenery and historical architectural elements to domestic wall arrangements.

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British watercolour painting from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries is defined by fluid wash techniques, light-focused composition, and topographical interest in pastoral views and historical ruins. Artists often captured architectural landmarks, such as monastic ruins, within natural settings using transparent pigment layers.

Landscape paintings of this period were rendered using water-soluble pigments applied to rag paper. The paper provided a textured, absorbent substrate that retained delicate tonal washes and pencil undermarkings.

Authentication involves examining artist signatures, monograms, and Royal Watercolour Society (RWS) stamps or exhibition labels. Experts also look for age-consistent paper oxidisation, foxing, and historical provenance documentation.

Watercolours are best presented within acid-free window mounts paired with classic wooden frames to complement traditional scheme aesthetics. They are frequently displayed as focal points above furniture pieces or integrated into formal gallery walls.

To prevent fading and paper degradation, watercolour works must be kept out of direct sunlight and fitted with UV-filtering glass. Maintaining stable humidity levels and avoiding damp conditions prevents foxing and mould growth.
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