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Sidney James Beer Signed 2 X Original Early 20th Century Watercolour Paintings County Wicklow Hills Irish Landscapes
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Sidney James Beer Signed 2 X Original Early 20th Century Watercolour Paintings County Wicklow Hills Irish Landscapes

1900 - 1920
Description

Type of artwork: Two Original Antique Watercolour Paintings

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Signed by Sidney James Beer (1875–1952) One Titled Wicklow Hills, A Pair of Watercolour Cottage & Lane Landscapes

Artist Biography – Sidney James Beer (1875–1952)

Sidney James Beer was a Cornish landscape painter known for his evocative watercolours of rural England, especially scenes of Devon and Cornwall. Working primarily in the first half of the 20th century, he developed a distinctive style marked by loose, natural brushwork and a subtle handling of light and colour. His work often features quiet country paths, hedgerows, and cottages nestled into gently rolling hills.

Beer exhibited regularly in the West Country and his paintings were popular among collectors seeking peaceful, lyrical portrayals of the English countryside. Today, his work is appreciated for its timeless charm and regional authenticity.

Approximate age of artwork: Circa Early 20th Century

Subject: Wicklow Hills Irish Landscapes

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

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition. Some very slight age related discolouration. 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.

Size of artwork incl. mounts is approx. 39 x 30 (mount aperture approx. 32 x 22 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated these Irish Landscape Watercolour Paintings to the 1920s.

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SA1161152
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Description
Type of artwork: Two Original Antique Watercolour Paintings

Surface: Paper

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Artist and signature: Signed by Sidney James Beer (1875–1952) One Titled Wicklow Hills, A Pair of Watercolour Cottage & Lane Landscapes.
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fig 1. A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies.
fig 1. Sidney James Beer Signed 2 X Original Early 20th Century Watercolour Paintings County Wicklow Hills Irish Landscapes

Artist Biography – Sidney James Beer (1875–1952)

Sidney James Beer was a Cornish landscape painter known for his evocative watercolours of rural England, especially scenes of Devon and Cornwall. Working primarily in the first half of the 20th century, he developed a distinctive style marked by loose, natural brushwork and a subtle handling of light and colour. His work often features quiet country paths, hedgerows, and cottages nestled into gently rolling hills.

fig 2. A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies.
fig 2. Sidney James Beer Signed 2 X Original Early 20th Century Watercolour Paintings County Wicklow Hills Irish Landscapes

Beer exhibited regularly in the West Country and his paintings were popular among collectors seeking peaceful, lyrical portrayals of the English countryside. Today, his work is appreciated for its timeless charm and regional authenticity.

fig 3. A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies.
fig 3. Sidney James Beer Signed 2 X Original Early 20th Century Watercolour Paintings County Wicklow Hills Irish Landscapes

Approximate age of artwork: Circa Early 20th Century

Subject: Wicklow Hills Irish Landscapes

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

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition. Some very slight age related discolouration. 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.

Size of artwork incl. mounts is approx. 39 x 30 (mount aperture approx. 32 x 22 cm)

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated these Irish Landscape Watercolour Paintings to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161152
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Archive I A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies.

Sidney James Beer Signed 2 X Original Early 20th Century Watercolour Paintings County Wicklow Hills Irish Landscapes

Archive II A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View II
Archive III A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View III
Archive IV A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View IV
Archive V A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View V
Archive VI A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View VI
Archive VII A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View IX
Archive X A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View X
Archive XI A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View XI
Archive XII A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View XII
Archive XIII A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View XIII
Archive XIV A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View XIV
Archive XV A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies. View XV
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A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies.
Sidney James Beer Signed 2 x Original early 20th Century Watercolour Paintings County Wicklow Hills Irish Landscapes
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A pair of early twentieth-century mounted watercolour paintings depicting rural landscapes in County Wicklow with trees, rolling hills, streams, and a country path under cloudy skies.
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  • ObjectOriginal Fine Art Paintings
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEarly 20th Century Fine Art
  • MaterialPaper, Watercolour paint, Card mount
  • ColourMuted Green, Earthy Ochre, Grey-Blue
  • MotifsRolling Wicklow hills, Country track, Soft wash skies, Foliage clusters
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 39 cm (15 in) x D 0.2 cm (0 in)

This pair of early twentieth-century original fine art watercolours depicts rural Irish landscapes in County Wicklow. Rendered on paper using watercolour paint, the works display a palette of muted green, earthy ochre, and grey-blue, complemented by white card mounts. The compositions feature rolling hills, country tracks, streams, soft wash skies, and clusters of foliage, with one painting showing a signature by Sidney James Beer in the lower corner and a cottage alongside a lane. Signs of age include very slight age-related discolouration on the paper surfaces. The overall dimensions measure 30 cm high, 39 cm wide, and 0.2 cm deep. Suitable for placement in an English country house interior, these artworks hang well together on a narrow wall space. They bring traditional landscape charm to a hallway, study, or living room, adding a calm focal point to neutral or muted walls. The mounted presentation allows for straightforward framing to match existing interior finishes, offering a cohesive display of early twentieth-century fine art.

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Early 20th-century Irish landscape watercolours typically feature soft wash techniques, muted natural colour palettes, and atmospheric depictions of rural topography, capturing the distinct light and weather conditions of countryside regions like County Wicklow.

Artists predominantly used watercolour pigments ground with gum arabic binders, applied to heavyweight cotton or rag paper, often presented in cardboard window mounts to protect the painted surface.

Authentic pieces generally feature the artists signature, typically S.J. Beer or Sidney J. Beer in a lower corner, executed in watercolour or ink, along with era-appropriate paper aging, foxing, and characteristic brushwork.

A pair of vintage landscape watercolours can be hung vertically or side-by-side in a gallery arrangement, complementing traditional wood furniture or providing a warm, historic accent against contemporary neutral walls.

Display watercolours away from direct sunlight using UV-filtering glass, maintain stable humidity levels to prevent cockling, and ensure acid-free backing materials are used during framing to prevent discoloration.
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