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Arthur Reginald Smith "Blue Waters, Wharfedale" Watercolour
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Arthur Reginald Smith "Blue Waters, Wharfedale" Watercolour

1900 - 1920
Sold 30 August 2025 · McTague of Harrogate
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Arthur Reginald Smith was born in Skipton-in-Craven, Yorkshire, and grew up in Threshfield. He studied art at Keighley School of Art and spent his holidays sketching. He then attended the Royal College of Art (1901-4), and was awarded a travel scholarship which enabled him to travel to Italy in 1906. He exhibited at such leading London venues as the Royal Academy, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and other public and private galleries.

"Blue Waters, Wharfedale" is a fine example. A watercolour measuring 9" x 15", this painting is signed lower left and is framed giving an overall size of 18"x 24".

Date of Manufacture

McTague of Harrogate has dated this Arthur Reginald Smith Watercolour to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
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SA1150057
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Arthur Reginald Smith was born in Skipton-in-Craven, Yorkshire, and grew up in Threshfield. He studied art at Keighley School of Art and spent his holidays sketching.
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He then attended the Royal College of Art (1901-4), and was awarded a travel scholarship which enabled him to travel to Italy in 1906.
McTague of Harrogate

He exhibited at such leading London venues as the Royal Academy, the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and other public and private galleries.

"Blue Waters, Wharfedale" is a fine example. A watercolour measuring 9" x 15", this painting is signed lower left and is framed giving an overall size of 18"x 24".

Date of Manufacture

McTague of Harrogate has dated this Arthur Reginald Smith Watercolour to the 1910s.

Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1150057
McTague of Harrogate
McTague of Harrogate
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2011

Mctague of harrogate are yorkshire based dealers in old pictures. Please see website mctague.co.uk

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the McTague of Harrogate Profile Page

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McTague of Harrogate is a registered member of BADA 

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An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil river landscape with hills in the background, signed by Arthur Reginald Smith. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil river landscape with hills in the background, signed by Arthur Reginald Smith. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Arthur Reginald Smith "Blue Waters, Wharfedale" Watercolour

Archive II An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil river landscape with hills in the background, signed by Arthur Reginald Smith. View II
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McTague of Harrogate

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An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil river landscape with hills in the background, signed by Arthur Reginald Smith.
Arthur Reginald Smith "Blue Waters, Wharfedale" Watercolour
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An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil river landscape with hills in the background, signed by Arthur Reginald Smith.
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  • ObjectPaintings & Artwork
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialPaper, Pigment, Wood
  • ColourMuted Green
  • MotifsRiver scene, Rolling hills, Barren trees
  • SizeH 44 cm (17 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

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Early 20th-century British watercolour art often focused on pastoral landscapes, capturing atmospheric light, rural scenery, and topographical accuracy with fluid washes.

These works typically utilise transparent pigments on heavy, rag-based watercolour paper, often mounted behind glass within a wood or gilded frame to protect the delicate medium.

Authenticity is assessed through paper ageing characteristics, watermark analysis, artist signatures or monograms, and the absence of modern printing dot patterns under magnification.

Pairing historical watercolour art with neutral walls and subtle traditional frames allows the delicate tones and historical narrative to serve as a sophisticated focal point.

Watercolours must be kept away from direct sunlight to prevent pigment fading, and framed using acid-free materials with UV-protective glass in rooms with controlled humidity.
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