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Florence, the Old Bargello, Florence -Watercolour by J De Caynoth Ballardie (B 1878)
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Florence, the Old Bargello, Florence -Watercolour by J De Caynoth Ballardie (B 1878)

19th century
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A most charming study full of intricate detail. Interesting artist labels verso, presented in an original gilt gesso decorative glazed frame.

James de Caynoth Ballardie was born in 1878 and attended RA from 1901 to 1904. He was an Impressionist and Modern Artist.

The Bargello, also known as the Palazzo del Bargello or Palazzo del Popolo, is a former public building and police headquarters, later a prison, in Florence, Italy. Mostly built in the 13th century, since 1865 it has housed the Museo Nazionale del Bargello, a national art museum.

There is a pair to this depicting St Marks Square, Venice – Reference number #SA1222672

Size to include frame (all approximate) W 44cm H 55cm (image only W 25cm H 35cm)

*Please Note. This price excludes the cost of carriage which will be an additional £25.00 within the UK. Worldwide shipping available*

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Roger Bradbury Antiques has dated this Antique Florence Architectural Watercolour to the 19th Century.

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Description
A most charming study full of intricate detail. Interesting artist labels verso, presented in an original gilt gesso decorative glazed frame.

James de Caynoth Ballardie was born in 1878 and attended RA from 1901 to 1904. He was an Impressionist and Modern Artist.

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The Bargello, also known as the Palazzo del Bargello or Palazzo del Popolo, is a former public building and police headquarters, later a prison, in Florence, Italy.
Roger Bradbury Antiques

Mostly built in the 13th century, since 1865 it has housed the Museo Nazionale del Bargello, a national art museum.

fig 1. A framed watercolour painting depicting the stone courtyard and grand staircase of the Bargello in Florence with figures at the base.
fig 1. Florence, the Old Bargello, Florence -Watercolour by J De Caynoth Ballardie (B 1878)

There is a pair to this depicting St Marks Square, Venice – Reference number #SA1222672

Size to include frame (all approximate) W 44cm H 55cm (image only W 25cm H 35cm)

Please Note. This price excludes the cost of carriage which will be an additional £25.00 within the UK. Worldwide shipping available*

Date of Manufacture

Roger Bradbury Antiques has dated this Antique Florence Architectural Watercolour to the 19th Century.

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A framed watercolour painting depicting the stone courtyard and grand staircase of the Bargello in Florence with figures at the base.
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Archive I A framed watercolour painting depicting the stone courtyard and grand staircase of the Bargello in Florence with figures at the base.

Florence, the Old Bargello, Florence -Watercolour by J De Caynoth Ballardie (B 1878)

Archive II A framed watercolour painting depicting the stone courtyard and grand staircase of the Bargello in Florence with figures at the base. View II
Archive III A framed watercolour painting depicting the stone courtyard and grand staircase of the Bargello in Florence with figures at the base. View III
Archive IV A framed watercolour painting depicting the stone courtyard and grand staircase of the Bargello in Florence with figures at the base. View IV
Archive V A framed watercolour painting depicting the stone courtyard and grand staircase of the Bargello in Florence with figures at the base. View V
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A framed watercolour painting depicting the stone courtyard and grand staircase of the Bargello in Florence with figures at the base.
Florence, The Old Bargello, Florence -Watercolour by J de Caynoth Ballardie (B 1878)
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A framed watercolour painting depicting the stone courtyard and grand staircase of the Bargello in Florence with figures at the base.
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Architectural watercolours from this period focus on capturing historic buildings, stone masonry, and urban vistas with attention to perspective and light. Artists often travelled across Europe to document classical and Renaissance structures using layered washes of watercolour pigment on heavy paper.

These works were executed using water-soluble organic and mineral pigments on cotton rag or wood-pulp paper. Frames were typically carved or moulded wood finished with gold leaf gilding, backed with board, and protected behind clear float glass.

Authentic period watercolours feature hand-painted brushwork with visible pigment variation, artist signatures, and light natural toning to the paper. The reverse side often shows original framer labels, older backing boards, and signs of aged mounting tape.

Position the framed artwork above modern or traditional sideboards, or include it in an eclectic gallery wall. The warm earthy tones and gilded frame pair well with neutral plaster walls, dark timber furniture, and contemporary brass accents.

Display watercolours away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent fading and foxing. Use acid-free mounting materials and UV-filtering glass when re-framing to protect the paper substrate and delicate pigments over time.
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