Harry Epworth Allen 1921 Signed Original Early 20th Century Antique Gouache Watercolour Portrait Painting, Study of a Lady

Type of artwork: Original Gouache Painting

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Signed by Harry Epworth Allen (1894-1958)

Biography

Born in Sheffield in 1894, Allen showed remarkable artistic talent from a very young age. He worked as a clerk in the steel works before enrolling in Sheffield Technical School of Art in 1912. After the outbreak of WW1, Allen enlisted with the Royal Garrison Artillery of the Regular Army and in June 1916 was posted to the British Expeditionary Force in France. There he worked as assistant to the observation officer, sketching enemy equipment and locations in the field. In August 1916, he was moved to the front line. He was badly wounded by an exploding shell and was discharged from service. In 1917, he was awarded the Military Medal for conspicuous gallantry. On his return to England, Allen continued to pursue his artistic career. He was a member of a number of artistic societies in Sheffield and exhibited regularly at The Royal Academy. He was part of the Yorkshire artists group and his style is often classified as surreal in nature.

Approximate age of artwork: Painted 1921

Depiction or Location: Northern Art Portrait of a Lady

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

Condition report: 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 incl. mount approx. 57 x 73 cm (mount aperture size approx. 37 x 50 cm)

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