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Venice Water Colour John Abernethy Lynas Gray
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Venice Water Colour John Abernethy Lynas Gray

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 September 2025 · Andrew Lovatt Antiques
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Description

A superb water colour painting by John Abernethy Lynas Gray (1869-1937) "Betwixt The Light" Venice with boats in the for ground.

Signed lower left and dated 1922.

Lovely and un faded colour in Gilt Frame.

Picture size 45cm x 30cm

Frame size 61cm x 45cm

Painter who lived at Oxton on the Wirral and later in Caernarvonshire. He painted mainly landscapes and genre pictures and is believed to have studied at Liverpool School of Art and later in London. He exhibited at RBSA, Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool, Manchester, RHA, RI and RCamA.

Date of Manufacture

Andrew Lovatt Antiques has dated this Framed Watercolour Painting to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
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SA1120991
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Description
A superb water colour painting by John Abernethy Lynas Gray (1869-1937) "Betwixt The Light" Venice with boats in the for ground.

Signed lower left and dated 1922.

Lovely and un faded colour in Gilt Frame.

fig 1. A framed watercolour painting depicting boats on water with a golden ornate frame and a white mount.
fig 1. Venice Water Colour John Abernethy Lynas Gray

Picture size 45cm x 30cm

Frame size 61cm x 45cm

Painter who lived at Oxton on the Wirral and later in Caernarvonshire.

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He painted mainly landscapes and genre pictures and is believed to have studied at Liverpool School of Art and later in London.
Andrew Lovatt Antiques

He exhibited at RBSA, Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool, Manchester, RHA, RI and RCamA.

Date of Manufacture

Andrew Lovatt Antiques has dated this Framed Watercolour Painting to the 1920s.

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Reference Numbers
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SA1120991
Andrew Lovatt Antiques
Andrew Lovatt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

Lovatt antiques have been established for over 35 years we are located in staffordshire and specialise in quality.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Andrew Lovatt Antiques Profile Page

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Andrew Lovatt Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A framed watercolour painting depicting boats on water with a golden ornate frame and a white mount. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Venice Water Colour John Abernethy Lynas Gray

Archive II A framed watercolour painting depicting boats on water with a golden ornate frame and a white mount. View II
Archive III A framed watercolour painting depicting boats on water with a golden ornate frame and a white mount. View III
Archive IV A framed watercolour painting depicting boats on water with a golden ornate frame and a white mount. View IV
Archive V A framed watercolour painting depicting boats on water with a golden ornate frame and a white mount. View V
Archive VI A framed watercolour painting depicting boats on water with a golden ornate frame and a white mount. View VI
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Andrew Lovatt Antiques

Andrew Lovatt Antiques
Telephone 07974 171 103 or 01782 636 588
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Staffordshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/lovatt
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 47
Items Sold 1,109
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A framed watercolour painting depicting boats on water with a golden ornate frame and a white mount.
Venice Water Colour John Abernethy Lynas Gray
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A framed watercolour painting depicting boats on water with a golden ornate frame and a white mount.
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  • Object[Paintings]
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • Style[Victorian]
  • Material[Paper, Wood, Gilt, Glass]
  • Colour[Multicolour, Gold]
  • MotifsMaritime scene, Ornate gilt moulding, Wash mount
  • SizeH 45 cm (18 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Watercolour painting involves using water-soluble pigments suspended in a solution, typically applied to specialised paper to create translucent layers of colour and light effects.

Traditional framing often incorporates gilt wood moulding, acid-free mounts, and glass protection to preserve the delicate paper and pigments from environmental damage.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the paper stock for watermark indicators, inspecting pigment degradation, verifying artist signatures, and checking for period-appropriate framing techniques.

Such pieces function effectively as focal points on neutral walls, paired with subtle picture lighting to highlight the intricate details without overwhelming contemporary spaces.

Watercolour works must be kept away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and extreme temperature fluctuations to prevent paper degradation and fading of the pigments.
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