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Willie Stephenson. "Gypsy Encampment". Watercolour Landscape.
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Willie Stephenson. "Gypsy Encampment". Watercolour Landscape.

1900 - 1920
Description

Artist: Willie Stephenson. Exh: 1893-1938.

Title: "Gypsy Encampment, North Wales.

Medium: Watercolour.

Size: 13 1/2' x 29''. (picture size in inches). Framed size: 21 3/4"x 36 3/4".

Signed. Dated circa 1910.

Now cleaned and framed.

Provenance: McTague of Harrogate.

In very good ready to hang condition. Free UK Delivery. Trade enquiries welcome.

For more info please contact us at:

Tel: 01677 424830

Mob: 07885 175279

Email: williamgreenwoodfineart@gmail.com

Willie Stephenson was born in Huddersfield in 1857. He studied at Huddersfield Technical College then exhibited widely including works at the Royal Academy, Royal College of Art, Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours and other private and public Galleries throughout the U.K.

The Gypsy Encampment is a very fine example of the artist's work.

Physical Dimensions
Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

William Greenwood Fine Art has dated this Antique British Watercolour Landscape to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA863947
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WGB
Description
Artist: Willie Stephenson. Exh: 1893-1938.

Title: "Gypsy Encampment, North Wales.

Medium: Watercolour.

Size: 13 1/2' x 29''. (picture size in inches). Framed size: 21 3/4"x 36 3/4".

Signed. Dated circa 1910.

fig 1. A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path.
fig 1. Willie Stephenson. "Gypsy Encampment". Watercolour Landscape.

Now cleaned and framed.

Provenance: McTague of Harrogate.

In very good ready to hang condition. Free UK Delivery. Trade enquiries welcome.

For more info please contact us at:

Tel: 01677 424830

Mob: 07885 175279

fig 2. A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path.
fig 2. Willie Stephenson. "Gypsy Encampment". Watercolour Landscape.

Email: williamgreenwoodfineart@gmail.com

Willie Stephenson was born in Huddersfield in 1857. He studied at Huddersfield Technical College then exhibited widely including works at the Royal Academy, Royal College of Art, Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours and other private and public Galleries throughout the U.K.

The Gypsy Encampment is a very fine example of the artist's work.

Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

William Greenwood Fine Art has dated this Antique British Watercolour Landscape to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA863947
Dealers Internal Ref
WGB
William Greenwood Fine Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2012
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A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path.
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Archive I A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path.

Willie Stephenson. "Gypsy Encampment". Watercolour Landscape.

Archive II A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path. View II
Archive III A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path. View III
Archive IV A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path. View IV
Archive V A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path. View V
Archive VI A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path. View VI
Archive VII A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path. View VII
Archive VIII A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path. View VIII
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A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path.
Willie Stephenson. "Gypsy Encampment". Watercolour landscape.
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A framed watercolour landscape painting by Willie Stephenson depicting a gypsy encampment with traditional caravans and a tent along a mountain path.
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British watercolour landscapes of this period are defined by atmospheric washes, soft tonal palettes, and a focus on natural light across rural terrain. Artists often depicted rural life, mountainous vistas, and traditional encampments using fluid, layered painting techniques.

Artists utilised finely ground mineral and botanical pigments dissolved in water, applied directly to heavy cotton rag or cellulose paper. The natural texture and absorbency of the paper were integral to achieving delicate gradient washes and atmospheric depth.

Authentic period watercolours usually feature hand-signed artist signatures in pigment or pencil, natural paper ageing such as mild foxing, and distinct tonal layering impossible to replicate with modern digital reproduction methods.

Hang the artwork as a focal point above a fireplace mantel, sideboard, or within a curated gallery wall alongside complementary timber frames. Surround the piece with warm neutral wall tones to highlight the subtle blues, earth colours, and heather hues within the composition.

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