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John Smith Atherton Signed Original Early 20th Century Watercolour Painting Yorkshire Dales Farm Landscape
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John Smith Atherton Signed Original Early 20th Century Watercolour Painting Yorkshire Dales Farm Landscape

1900 - 1920
Sold 8 July 2025 · Strickland & Russell
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Description

Type of artwork: Original Watercolour Painting

Surface: Buff Paper attached to Card

Artist and signature: John Smith Atherton (1877-1943)

Approximate age of artwork: Circa early 20th Century

Depiction or Location: Yorkshire Dales Farm Landscape Study

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Cellophane Wrapped for Protection

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition, in line with age. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Approximate Size of artwork including mount 51 x 41 cm (mount aperture size 38 x 28 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Yorkshire Dales Watercolour Painting to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1146213
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Description
Type of artwork: Original Watercolour Painting

Surface: Buff Paper attached to Card

Artist and signature: John Smith Atherton (1877-1943)

Approximate age of artwork: Circa early 20th Century

Depiction or Location: Yorkshire Dales Farm Landscape Study

fig 1. An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Yorkshire Dales farm landscape with stone walls and mature trees.
fig 1. John Smith Atherton Signed Original Early 20th Century Watercolour Painting Yorkshire Dales Farm Landscape

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Cellophane Wrapped for Protection

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition, in line with age. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Approximate Size of artwork including mount 51 x 41 cm (mount aperture size 38 x 28 cm)

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Yorkshire Dales Watercolour Painting to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1146213
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Archive I An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Yorkshire Dales farm landscape with stone walls and mature trees. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

John Smith Atherton Signed Original Early 20th Century Watercolour Painting Yorkshire Dales Farm Landscape

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An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Yorkshire Dales farm landscape with stone walls and mature trees.
John Smith Atherton signed Original early 20th Century Watercolour Painting Yorkshire Dales Farm Landscape
Ref: SA1146213
An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Yorkshire Dales farm landscape with stone walls and mature trees.
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  • ObjectWatercolour Painting
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEarly 20th Century British
  • MaterialWatercolour on paper
  • ColourMuted Green and Brown
  • MotifsStone walls, Rural farm buildings, Mature trees, Country lane
  • SizeH 41 cm (16 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 0.2 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Early 20th century British watercolour painting is characterised by a focus on pastoral landscapes, loose washes, and a delicate handling of natural light, often capturing rural scenes and local topography.

These works were typically created using fine-ground watercolour pigments on heavy-weight rag paper or cotton watercolour boards, often mounted behind protective glass.

Authentication involves examining the artists signature, paper ageing characteristics, watermark identifiers, and provenance documentation to confirm the period of creation.

An antique landscape watercolour brings a sense of history and calm when framed simply in neutral wood or gilt moulding and hung in a well-lit living space or study.

To prevent fading, watercolours should be displayed away from direct sunlight, kept in stable humidity conditions, and framed using acid-free materials and UV-protective glazing.
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