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ANTIQUE #SA1045609

Alfred Walter Williams, Barmouth Sands, North Wales - Antique Oil Painting

£2,095    $2,654    €2,528
This late 19th-century oil painting by British artist Alfred Walter Williams (1824-1905) depicts an expansive view across Barmouth Sands in North Wales.
 
The relaxed golden sands stretch lazily towards distant peaks where the mountains meet the sea and the sky hangs still. Cattle doze.
 
Alfred Walter Williams travelled here from his home in Surrey, probably by train, to explore the endless inspiration afforded by North Wales. His older brother Sidney Richard Percy (1821-1886) had passed away a year prior and it’s interesting to consider whether he thought of him when exploring the area. Percy had visited Barmouth on several occasions.
 
The view is particularly tranquil with the cows providing the only signs of life. However, at this point in time, Barmouth was a popular seaside destination so Williams has carefully selected this picturesque view.
 
The composition is a particular success. Note how it leads us from the sandy track in the foreground, past the restful cattle, and slowly down towards the beach.
 
Signed/dated lower right and held within a later frame.
 
Medium: Oil on canvas
 
Overall size: 41½” x 29½” / 106cm x 75cm
 
Year of creation: 1887
 
Labels & Inscriptions: Gallery label on reverse. Geo Rowney & Co supplier’s stamp.
 
Provenance: Private collection, England.
 
Condition: Artwork presents well. Frame with some light wear.
 
Artist’s auction maximum: £23,763
 
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Alfred Walter Williams was an accomplished British landscape painter and a member of the esteemed Williams family. He trained under his father, Edward Williams, and exhibited for almost 50 years at the Royal Academy. His works are held in numerous public collections including at the V&A.
 
Learn more about Alfred Walter Williams in our directory.
 
Antique Number: SA1045609
Dateline of this antique is 1880
Height is 75cm (29.5inches)
Width is 106cm (41.7inches)
Depth is 6cm (2.4inches)
Antique #SA1045609, shown on this page, originates from 1880. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was made:
1880
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