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George Soper "The Farm Hands" Watercolour
McTague of Harrogate
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McTague of Harrogate

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George Soper "The Farm Hands" Watercolour

1920 - 1940
Description

This beautiful watercolour by George Soper (1870-1942) measures 14"x 20" and is mounted and framed giving an overall size of 24"x 30".

It is unsigned and has the studio stamp for George Soper under the mount.

Soper studied Art at Ramsgate and started work as an illustrator, later becoming a renowned artist and printmaker. He exhibited widely including numerous times at the Royal Academy. Soper is widely known for his depictions of rustic scenes, animals and the countryside.

Physical Dimensions
Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

McTague of Harrogate has dated this George Soper Watercolour Painting to the 1930s.

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SA1174906
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Description
This beautiful watercolour by George Soper (1870-1942) measures 14"x 20" and is mounted and framed giving an overall size of 24"x 30".

It is unsigned and has the studio stamp for George Soper under the mount.

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Soper studied Art at Ramsgate and started work as an illustrator, later becoming a renowned artist and printmaker.
McTague of Harrogate

He exhibited widely including numerous times at the Royal Academy. Soper is widely known for his depictions of rustic scenes, animals and the countryside.

Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

McTague of Harrogate has dated this George Soper Watercolour Painting to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1174906
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 several farm hands in aprons working in a field under a hazy blue sky.
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Archive I A watercolour painting depicting several farm hands in aprons working in a field under a hazy blue sky.

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A watercolour painting depicting several farm hands in aprons working in a field under a hazy blue sky.
George Soper "The Farm Hands" watercolour
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A watercolour painting depicting several farm hands in aprons working in a field under a hazy blue sky.
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Early 20th-century British rural watercolours typically depict agricultural life, pastoral landscapes, and working class figures. Artists focused on capturing natural light, seasonal shifts, and traditional farming techniques prior to widespread industrialisation.

These works were executed using water-soluble pigments applied to heavy cotton rag paper. Artists often used fine sable hair brushes and built up compositions using layered washes and delicate linework.

Authentic pieces generally feature contemporary signatures or monograms, natural paper ageing such as mild foxing, and characteristic brushwork techniques of the period. Provenance labels on the reverse of original frames also aid identification.

Frame the artwork in a simple oak or dark wood moulding with a neutral mount to complement contemporary wall shades. Placing pastoral scenes alongside natural wood furniture creates a grounded, balanced visual aesthetic.

Display watercolour art away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent fading and paper warping. Mount the painting using acid-free materials and UV-filtering protective glass.
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