Lot 539 , William Heaton Cooper (1903-1995) Trees and rocks, Patterdale 14.75 x 21in.
William Heaton Cooper (1903-1995)
watercolour
Trees and rocks, Patterdale
signed, RI label verso
14.75 x 21in.
Estimate £800-1,200
Watercolour on paper which looks to be laid down onto a card backing, colours possibly slightly faded but still retaining good strength of colour, a hint of acid staining around the edge of the mount, otherwise good order. Housed in the original washline mount which is now starting to discolour and slim glazed oak frame, a little loose in the frame with the backing board now coming away, labels verso for the RI Exhibition 1954 along with the artist label giving the title.
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Sold for £1,300