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George Faulkner Wetherbee "To Fields and Folds" Watercolour
McTague of Harrogate
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George Faulkner Wetherbee "To Fields and Folds" Watercolour

1900 - 1920
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George Faulkner Wetherbee (1851-1920) was born in Cincinnati. His artistic talent was evident at a young age and he was sent to Europe to study in art schools at Antwerp, then London. He lived in various countries on the continent of Europe, and frequently visited the West Indies to paint there. He achieved success in his 40s, with recognition by the distinguished London art societies, and his mastery of colour and light were highly acclaimed. He worked in both oils and watercolour, mostly showing idyllic landscapes with figures of young people.

"To Fields and Folds" or "The Shepherd, Morning" is a watercolour measuring 14"x 20". It is signed lower right and is framed giving an overall size of 24"x 30".

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
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McTague of Harrogate has dated this Pastoral Landscape Watercolour Painting to the 1910s.

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George Faulkner Wetherbee (1851-1920) was born in Cincinnati.
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His artistic talent was evident at a young age and he was sent to Europe to study in art schools at Antwerp, then London.
McTague of Harrogate

He lived in various countries on the continent of Europe, and frequently visited the West Indies to paint there. He achieved success in his 40s, with recognition by the distinguished London art societies, and his mastery of colour and light were highly acclaimed. He worked in both oils and watercolour, mostly showing idyllic landscapes with figures of young people.

"To Fields and Folds" or "The Shepherd, Morning" is a watercolour measuring 14"x 20". It is signed lower right and is framed giving an overall size of 24"x 30".

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

McTague of Harrogate has dated this Pastoral Landscape Watercolour Painting to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1053043
McTague of Harrogate
McTague of Harrogate
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2011

Mctague of harrogate are yorkshire based dealers in old pictures. Please see website mctague.co.uk

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A watercolour painting depicting a shepherd walking with his dog and flock of sheep along a grassy hill beside slender trees.
George Faulkner Wetherbee "To Fields and Folds" watercolour
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A watercolour painting depicting a shepherd walking with his dog and flock of sheep along a grassy hill beside slender trees.
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Pastoral watercolour art from this period typically depicts rural landscapes, agricultural subjects, and livestock, characterised by fluid washes, soft tonal transitions, and an emphasis on atmospheric light.

Artists utilised heavy rag paper or card layered with water-soluble mineral and plant pigments, sometimes incorporating opaque gouache or graphite underdrawing for structure.

Authentic period watercolours usually show natural age-related foxing, period-appropriate framing materials, artist signatures or monograms, and subtle paper texture under magnification.

Pair the artwork with traditional wooden furniture or position it above a mantle piece or sideboard, framing it with simple wood moulding to complement modern rustic and classic decor schemes.

Display watercolour art away from direct sunlight and moisture sources, utilizing UV-filtering glass and acid-free mounting boards to prevent fading and discoloration.
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