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William Affleck Watercolour ‘ Her Favourite Poem ‘
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William Affleck Watercolour ‘ Her Favourite Poem ‘

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 April 2025 · Graham Reed Fine Art
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William Affleck.Genre and landscape painter in oil and watercolour.Born in Rochdale Lancashire .Studied art at South Kensington,Heatherleys and Lambeth School of Arts.Exhibited at the leading London galleries from 1889,chiefly at the RA(28)Walker Art Gallery Liverpool (40) Dudley and New Dudley Gallery (40)Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolour(27)Lived in London and was a member of the London Sketch Club. ‘ Her Favourite Poem’ signed watercolour,titled on a label verso, image size 45x29 cms ,framed size 67x 53 cms.Original period frame.

Date of Manufacture

Graham Reed Fine Art has dated this William Affleck Watercolour Painting to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
67cm (26.38")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
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SA1134464
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William Affleck.Genre and landscape painter in oil and watercolour.Born in Rochdale Lancashire .Studied art at South Kensington,Heatherleys and Lambeth School of Arts.Exhibited at the leading London galleries from 1889,chiefly at the RA(28)Walker Art Gallery Liverpool (40) Dudley and New Dudley Gallery (40)Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolour(27)Lived in London and was a member of the London Sketch Club.
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‘ Her Favourite Poem’ signed watercolour,titled on a label verso, image size 45x29 cms ,framed size 67x 53 cms.
Graham Reed Fine Art

Original period frame.

Date of Manufacture

Graham Reed Fine Art has dated this William Affleck Watercolour Painting to the 1910s.

Height
67cm (26.38")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Reference Numbers
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SA1134464
Graham Reed Fine Art
Graham Reed Fine Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2017

Previously I worked in london as a chartered surveyor and have been dealing in paintings for nearly thirty years.

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Archive I An antique watercolour painting depicting a woman holding a book in a cottage garden by William Affleck. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

William Affleck Watercolour ‘ Her Favourite Poem ‘

Archive II An antique watercolour painting depicting a woman holding a book in a cottage garden by William Affleck. View II
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Graham Reed Fine Art

Graham Reed Fine Art
Telephone 01765 698866 or 07547 037903
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Newark Antiques and Interiors
Kelham Rd
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG24 1BX
United Kingdom
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Graham Reed Fine Art
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An antique watercolour painting depicting a woman holding a book in a cottage garden by William Affleck.
WILLIAM AFFLECK WATERCOLOUR ‘ HER FAVOURITE POEM ‘
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An antique watercolour painting depicting a woman holding a book in a cottage garden by William Affleck.
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  • ObjectPaintings & Prints
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Edwardian
  • MaterialPaper, Watercolour pigment
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsFigurative study, Cottage garden, Floral details
  • SizeH 67 cm (26 in) x W 52 cm (20 in) x D 4.5 cm (2 in)

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Victorian watercolour painting is characterised by meticulous attention to detail, a focus on narrative or sentimental subjects, and the skilled layering of translucent pigments to create luminous colour and texture.

Traditional watercolours were created using finely ground pigments mixed with water-soluble binders such as gum arabic, applied onto heavy handmade cotton or rag paper, and often framed behind glass with a protective mount.

Authentication involves examining the paper for period watermarks, inspecting the pigments under magnification for hand-applied brushwork rather than modern printing dots, and checking the framing materials and backing boards for age-appropriate oxidation and wear.

An antique watercolour adds character and sophistication when hung against neutral walls, complemented by a simple traditional frame that bridges the gap between historical charm and contemporary minimalist decor.

To prevent fading and paper degradation, antique watercolours must be displayed away from direct sunlight, kept in stable humidity conditions, and framed using conservation-grade, acid-free materials with UV-protective glass.
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