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Venice Canal, Watercolour Helen Donald-smith (Scottish Exh.1884-1929)
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Venice Canal, Watercolour Helen Donald-smith (Scottish Exh.1884-1929)

1900 - 1920
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Helen Donald-Smith (Scottish exh.1884-1929):

A typical smith scene depicting a Venice Canal, watercolour, signed framed glazed ready to hang

The overall size being 23.5 x 19 .5 inches (60 x 49 cm approx.)

the image being 14.5 x 10.5 inches approx. (26cm x 38cm)

Excellent condition

Helen Donald-Smith was an English artist, working in both oil and watercolour. Her paintings were particularly of Venice. An exhibition in London 1909 showed 63 paintings of Venice by smith all well reviewed.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Country House Fine Art has dated this Venetian Canal Watercolour Painting to the 1920s.

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Description
Helen Donald-Smith (Scottish exh.1884-1929):

A typical smith scene depicting a Venice Canal, watercolour, signed framed glazed ready to hang

The overall size being 23.5 x 19 .5 inches (60 x 49 cm approx.)

fig 1. A framed watercolour painting depicting a Venetian stone bridge spanning a canal with surrounding architecture reflected in green water, encased in a gold moulding with a card mount.
fig 1. Venice Canal, Watercolour Helen Donald-smith (Scottish Exh.1884-1929)

the image being 14.5 x 10.5 inches approx. (26cm x 38cm)

Excellent condition

Helen Donald-Smith was an English artist, working in both oil and watercolour. Her paintings were particularly of Venice. An exhibition in London 1909 showed 63 paintings of Venice by smith all well reviewed.

fig 2. A framed watercolour painting depicting a Venetian stone bridge spanning a canal with surrounding architecture reflected in green water, encased in a gold moulding with a card mount.
fig 2. Venice Canal, Watercolour Helen Donald-smith (Scottish Exh.1884-1929)

please email if you require any further information.

Free uk insured delivery, usually within 14 working days

We ship worldwide please email for quote before purchase

delivery usually within 14 working days

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Country House Fine Art

item to be returned insured in condition received,

All return courier costs to be paid for by the customer

Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Country House Fine Art has dated this Venetian Canal Watercolour Painting to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA362542
Country House Fine Art
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Archive I A framed watercolour painting depicting a Venetian stone bridge spanning a canal with surrounding architecture reflected in green water, encased in a gold moulding with a card mount.

Venice Canal, Watercolour Helen Donald-smith (Scottish Exh.1884-1929)

Archive II A framed watercolour painting depicting a Venetian stone bridge spanning a canal with surrounding architecture reflected in green water, encased in a gold moulding with a card mount. View II
Archive III A framed watercolour painting depicting a Venetian stone bridge spanning a canal with surrounding architecture reflected in green water, encased in a gold moulding with a card mount. View III
Archive IV A framed watercolour painting depicting a Venetian stone bridge spanning a canal with surrounding architecture reflected in green water, encased in a gold moulding with a card mount. View IV
Archive V A framed watercolour painting depicting a Venetian stone bridge spanning a canal with surrounding architecture reflected in green water, encased in a gold moulding with a card mount. View V
Archive VI A framed watercolour painting depicting a Venetian stone bridge spanning a canal with surrounding architecture reflected in green water, encased in a gold moulding with a card mount. View VI
Archive VII A framed watercolour painting depicting a Venetian stone bridge spanning a canal with surrounding architecture reflected in green water, encased in a gold moulding with a card mount. View VII
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A framed watercolour painting depicting a Venetian stone bridge spanning a canal with surrounding architecture reflected in green water, encased in a gold moulding with a card mount.
Venice Canal, watercolour Helen Donald-Smith (Scottish exh.1884-1929)
Ref: SA362542
A framed watercolour painting depicting a Venetian stone bridge spanning a canal with surrounding architecture reflected in green water, encased in a gold moulding with a card mount.
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During this period, British artists frequently visited Venice, capturing its unique light, architecture, and waterways using fluid washes of watercolour on paper. These works typically balance architectural precision with atmospheric depictions of water reflections and changing Mediterranean light.

Artists utilised water-based pigments painted onto heavy cotton rag paper. These works were typically protected behind glass, housed within multi-layered card mounts and ornate wood frames featuring gold leaf or bronzed finishing.

Authentic pieces generally display natural age marks on paper such as minor foxing, hand-drawn or wash-line mounts, signature details in paint or graphite, and period-appropriate wood moulding or gilding on the frame.

A framed historical watercolour can be integrated into modern spaces as part of a gallery wall, positioned above a side cabinet, or paired with contemporary furnishings to provide textural and historical contrast.

Watercolours must be kept out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of sensitive pigments. Framing should ideally utilise UV-protective glass and acid-free archival mounting materials to prevent paper deterioration over time.
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