Thomas Matthews Rooke 1906 Signed Original Early 20th Century Antique Pencil & Grisaille Wash Painting Manchester Canal British Cityscape

Type of artwork: An Original Antique Grisaille Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Signed by Thomas Matthews Rooke (1842–1942)

Artist Biography:

Thomas Matthews Rooke (1842–1942) was a British painter and architectural illustrator associated with the Pre-Raphaelite circle. He worked closely with John Ruskin and was commissioned to record European architecture for the St. George’s Museum. Rooke also assisted Edward Burne-Jones and created his own haunting and detailed urban watercolours. His works are held in museums and private collections, with key sales reaching thousands at auction.

Approximate age of artwork: Dated 1906

Subject: A detailed monochrome city scene of Manchester Canal in the early 20th-century, rendered in fine pencil and grey wash, showing urban architecture, gas lamps, and figures.

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Framed, as shown.

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition. Some mild age related discolouration visible upon close inspection. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of artwork incl. frame is approx. 47 x 40 cm (mount aperture approx. 21 x 28 cm)

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