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Allan Freer Original Mid 20th Century Signed Watercolour Painting of an English Landscape Scene
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Allan Freer Original Mid 20th Century Signed Watercolour Painting of an English Landscape Scene

1940 - 1960
Sold 1 January 1900 · Strickland & Russell
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Description

Type of artwork: An Original Vintage Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Signed by Allan Freer (Born 1926)

Painter, miniaturist and illustrator, he was a frequent solo exhibitor at Tib Lane Gallery, Manchester, from 1970. Later solo shows included Linton Court Gallery, Settle; Oriel 31, Welshpool; and Austin/Desmond Fine Art. Freer also appeared in mixed shows at Agnew, Hamet Gallery and New Grafton Gallery. He illustrated books for Cambridge University Press and T R Henn’s autobiography Five Arches. Freer was noted for his landscapes, notably those of the English countryside, which had a fine sense of atmosphere.

Approximate age of artwork: Circa mid to later 20th Century

Depiction or Location: An English Landscape Scene

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Cellophane Wrapped for Protection

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition in line with age. 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 50 x 40 cm (mount aperture size approx. 34 x 26 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this English Landscape Watercolour Painting to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1199745
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Description
Type of artwork: An Original Vintage Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Signed by Allan Freer (Born 1926)

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Painter, miniaturist and illustrator, he was a frequent solo exhibitor at Tib Lane Gallery, Manchester, from 1970.
Strickland & Russell

Later solo shows included Linton Court Gallery, Settle; Oriel 31, Welshpool; and Austin/Desmond Fine Art. Freer also appeared in mixed shows at Agnew, Hamet Gallery and New Grafton Gallery. He illustrated books for Cambridge University Press and T R Henn’s autobiography Five Arches. Freer was noted for his landscapes, notably those of the English countryside, which had a fine sense of atmosphere.

fig 1. A mid-20th-century watercolour landscape painting depicting rolling grey and slate blue hills under a muted sky, signed by the artist in the lower corner.
fig 1. Allan Freer Original Mid 20th Century Signed Watercolour Painting of an English Landscape Scene

Approximate age of artwork: Circa mid to later 20th Century

Depiction or Location: An English Landscape Scene

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Cellophane Wrapped for Protection

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition in line with age. 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 50 x 40 cm (mount aperture size approx. 34 x 26 cm)

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this English Landscape Watercolour Painting to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1199745
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Archive I A mid-20th-century watercolour landscape painting depicting rolling grey and slate blue hills under a muted sky, signed by the artist in the lower corner. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Allan Freer Original Mid 20th Century Signed Watercolour Painting of an English Landscape Scene

Archive II A mid-20th-century watercolour landscape painting depicting rolling grey and slate blue hills under a muted sky, signed by the artist in the lower corner. View II
Archive III A mid-20th-century watercolour landscape painting depicting rolling grey and slate blue hills under a muted sky, signed by the artist in the lower corner. View III
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A mid-20th-century watercolour landscape painting depicting rolling grey and slate blue hills under a muted sky, signed by the artist in the lower corner.
Allan Freer Original mid 20th Century Signed Watercolour Painting of an English Landscape Scene
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A mid-20th-century watercolour landscape painting depicting rolling grey and slate blue hills under a muted sky, signed by the artist in the lower corner.
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  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern British
  • MaterialWatercolour, Paper
  • ColourSlate Blue
  • MotifsFluid brushwork, Layered washes, Topographical contours, Muted atmospheric sky
  • SizeH 40 cm (16 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 0.2 cm (0 in)

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Mid-20th-century Modern British landscape art often incorporates expressive brushwork, mood-driven colour palettes, and simplified forms influenced by movements such as Neo-Romanticism and subtle abstraction.

Traditional watercolours are created by applying water-soluble pigments onto heavy paper, layering translucent glazes to build tone, atmosphere, and depth.

Authentic pieces typically feature artist signatures, evidence of natural paper ageing, period framing, and gallery or collection labels on the reverse.

Displaying the painting in a minimal mount and frame allows the organic tones to complement neutral wall palettes or integrate into gallery wall arrangements.

Watercolours should be framed using UV-protective glass and acid-free matting, displayed away from direct sunlight, and kept in environments with controlled humidity to prevent fading and foxing.
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