An atmospheric Edwardian World War I watercolour of the Porte d’Ostende, Bruges, Belgium by artist Gabriel H Thompson (1861-1931). The picture is signed bottom left and dated 1916. The title is inscribed bottom right. Painted in a rich warm watercolour palette, the picture of the gate through which retreating troops marched in 1914 is full of atmosphere and history. The reverse of the picture is inscribed “The Gate through which the Belgian Troops passed in their retreat to Ostende after the fall of Antwerp. Oct 1914”, written in the same hand as the artist’s signature. Glazed and still in its original gilt swept frame. Image dimensions: 29cm wide 24cm highWe are happy to discuss your enquiries by phone, What’s App or email. We can arrange delivery of larger items for you by professional and reliable couriers - please contact us for a delivery cost. The charge for postage/packing of smaller items in the UK is £12 and Europe £22. Please enquire for delivery charges out...