A fine and decorative oil on panel by Frank E. Beresford 1881-1967, titled ‘Spring in the Temple grounds’. The scene probably in Japan is beautifully captured particularly the cherry blossom in a thick impasto Impressionist manner. The painting is in good untouched condition. The work is signed to the lower right and has the title and artist details on the reverse. Frank Ernest Beresford was born in Derby in 1881 and had a long artistic education. He first studied at the Derby School of Art, then St John''s Wood Art School, and finally at the Royal Academy Schools. His talent was rewarded with a travel scholarship that took him to Asia. Returning to England from 1906 he exhibited at the Royal Academy as well as other national art galleries. In 1936, Beresford made the only painting of the princes’ keeping vigil with their father''s body overnight. It was titled ‘The Princes'' Vigil: 12.15am, January 28, 1936’ and it was bought by Queen Mary who gave it to King Edward VIII on his birthd...