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Alfred Grey Rha – Cattle Watering – C1900 Irish Watercolour Landscape
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Alfred Grey Rha – Cattle Watering – C1900 Irish Watercolour Landscape

1900 - 1920
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A beautifully detailed antique watercolour by Alfred Grey RHA, titled “Cattle Watering.” This serene Irish landscape depicts a peaceful woodland glade in soft autumnal tones, rendered with Grey’s delicate brushwork and naturalistic detail.

Signed lower left A. Grey RHA and retaining its original gilt frame and mount. Provenance: Jorgensen Fine Art, Dublin, with framer’s label from Liam Slattery, Rathmines.

Alfred Grey RHA (1864-1934), was elected RHA in 1871. He lived all his life in the inner northside of Dublin city, yet the subject matter which he painted could not be more entrenched in country life, particularly Scottish rural life. He mainly painted animals such as goats, highland cattle and sheep in a Scottish setting. He was the son of the painter Charles Grey, and brother of painters Edwin Landseer, Gregor, James and Charles Malcolm Grey. He also visited Scotland and at Queen Victoria’s request Alfred painted a number of her favourite views in the neighbourhood of Mar Lodge.

Physical Dimensions
Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated this Antique Irish Watercolour Landscape to the 1900s.

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SA1177888
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A beautifully detailed antique watercolour by Alfred Grey RHA, titled “Cattle Watering.
” This serene Irish landscape depicts a peaceful woodland glade in soft autumnal tones, rendered with Grey’s delicate brushwork and naturalistic detail.
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
fig 1. A framed watercolour painting depicting a river flowing through a dense woodland with trees in warm earth tones, presented within a double mount and a gilt wood frame.
fig 1. Alfred Grey Rha – Cattle Watering – C1900 Irish Watercolour Landscape

Signed lower left A. Grey RHA and retaining its original gilt frame and mount. Provenance: Jorgensen Fine Art, Dublin, with framer’s label from Liam Slattery, Rathmines.

Alfred Grey RHA (1864-1934), was elected RHA in 1871. He lived all his life in the inner northside of Dublin city, yet the subject matter which he painted could not be more entrenched in country life, particularly Scottish rural life. He mainly painted animals such as goats, highland cattle and sheep in a Scottish setting. He was the son of the painter Charles Grey, and brother of painters Edwin Landseer, Gregor, James and Charles Malcolm Grey. He also visited Scotland and at Queen Victoria’s request Alfred painted a number of her favourite views in the neighbourhood of Mar Lodge.

Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated this Antique Irish Watercolour Landscape to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1177888
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Archive I A framed watercolour painting depicting a river flowing through a dense woodland with trees in warm earth tones, presented within a double mount and a gilt wood frame.

Alfred Grey Rha – Cattle Watering – C1900 Irish Watercolour Landscape

Archive II A framed watercolour painting depicting a river flowing through a dense woodland with trees in warm earth tones, presented within a double mount and a gilt wood frame. View II
Archive III A framed watercolour painting depicting a river flowing through a dense woodland with trees in warm earth tones, presented within a double mount and a gilt wood frame. View III
Archive IV A framed watercolour painting depicting a river flowing through a dense woodland with trees in warm earth tones, presented within a double mount and a gilt wood frame. View IV
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Blowhorn Street
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 1DD
United Kingdom
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Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
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A framed watercolour painting depicting a river flowing through a dense woodland with trees in warm earth tones, presented within a double mount and a gilt wood frame.
Alfred Grey RHA – Cattle Watering – c1900 Irish Watercolour Landscape
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A framed watercolour painting depicting a river flowing through a dense woodland with trees in warm earth tones, presented within a double mount and a gilt wood frame.
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Landscape watercolours from this era typically depict rural terrain, rivers, and livestock, drawing inspiration from naturalistic light and regional topography. Artists associated with modern academies, such as the Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA), often emphasised realistic woodland and water textures using layered wash techniques.

These works were executed using water-soluble pigments applied to heavy cotton rag paper. Framing usually incorporated wooden mouldings finished with gold leaf or metal gilt, combined with multi-line card mounts to protect the paper from contact with the glazing.

Authentic period watercolours usually display artist signatures or monograms in lower corners, sometimes accompanied by official professional post-nominals such as RHA. Examination of the paper reveals natural age-related toning, subtle foxing, or historical gallery labels on the original backing board.

A framed traditional landscape can be hung above a timber sideboard, positioned within a gallery wall, or integrated into a reading nook. Pair the gilded frame with warm neutral wall shades, natural linen textiles, or dark wood furniture to complement the earthy tones.

Display the artwork away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent pigment fading and paper distortion. Ensure the painting is framed behind UV-filtering glass using acid-free mounting board and tape to safeguard against chemical discolouration.
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