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Edwardian Portrait Watercolour by L Sommer
William Rand Antiques
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Edwardian Portrait Watercolour by L Sommer

1900 - 1920
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A very pleasing watercolour by an unknown artist to us, however signed and dated lower left, L Sommer 1900. This fine watercolour of a mystery lady, by a mystery artist, likely of German descent, who possibly found himself on the Isle of Man in 1900 (where we acquired this painting in original condition) and painted this young lady.

The painting has been professionally cleaned, conserved and reframed to the highest of standards.

Overall dimensions: 19 x 23 inches

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Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
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William Rand Antiques has dated this Edwardian Portrait Watercolour Painting to the Edwardian era.

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A very pleasing watercolour by an unknown artist to us, however signed and dated lower left, L Sommer 1900. This fine watercolour of a mystery lady, by a mystery artist, likely of German descent, who possibly found himself on the Isle of Man in 1900 (where we acquired this painting in original condition) and painted this young lady.

The painting has been professionally cleaned, conserved and reframed to the highest of standards.

Overall dimensions: 19 x 23 inches

Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

William Rand Antiques has dated this Edwardian Portrait Watercolour Painting to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1188260
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Framed Edwardian watercolour portrait painting depicting a woman wearing a bonnet and blue dress, signed L Sommer and dated 1900.
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Archive I Framed Edwardian watercolour portrait painting depicting a woman wearing a bonnet and blue dress, signed L Sommer and dated 1900.

Edwardian Portrait Watercolour by L Sommer

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Framed Edwardian watercolour portrait painting depicting a woman wearing a bonnet and blue dress, signed L Sommer and dated 1900.
Edwardian Portrait Watercolour by L Sommer
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Framed Edwardian watercolour portrait painting depicting a woman wearing a bonnet and blue dress, signed L Sommer and dated 1900.
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Edwardian watercolour portraiture from the turn of the 20th century often features delicate brushwork, soft colour palettes, and realistic representations of period fashion. Portraits during this era frequently depicted subjects in elaborate hats and detailed garments using refined wash techniques.

Watercolour paintings from 1900 typically utilised finely ground pigments suspended in a water-soluble binder, applied onto heavy cotton rag paper. These works were housed behind glass within moulded wooden or gilded frames to preserve the paper medium.

Authentic Edwardian watercolours usually display age-consistent paper toning, artist signatures with date marks, and period-specific clothing styles. Examining the paper texture and original backing within the frame can further verify age and provenance.

A framed portrait works effectively as a focal point within a gallery wall or positioned above a console table alongside contemporary ceramics. The gentle pastel tones balance modern neutral spaces while complementing traditional decorative schemes.

To preserve watercolour paintings, display them away from direct sunlight to prevent pigment fading. Framing should incorporate acid-free mount boards and UV-protective glass within a temperature-stable environment.
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