Lot 101: I.M. Finlayson Signed Original Watercolour Painting, Middle Eastern Landscape

Description

A signed watercolour painting by I.M. Finlayson, depicting a tranquil Middle Eastern landscape scene with buildings, palm trees, and figures by a body of water, housed in a simple black frame. This piece captures the evocative atmosphere characteristic of 20th-century Orientalist landscape art. Frame size approx. 31.8cm W x 26.6cm H Key Details: * Origin/Era: 20th Century * Material: Watercolour on paper, timber frame, glass * Style: Orientalist Landscape * Artist Signature: I.M. Finlayson Condition: Visible wear to the timber frame, including minor scuffs and chips consistent with age. The matting shows some light toning and discolouration around the edges. Interesting fact: * The Orientalist art movement often romanticised or exoticised the cultures of North Africa and the Middle East, influencing artistic styles and subject matter for centuries. * Watercolour painting, a medium valued for its luminosity and transparency, was a popular choice for capturing atmospheric landscapes and travel scenes during this period. Use: An ideal acquisition for collectors of historical landscape art or as a decorative accent in a study or living space.

Condition Report

Visible wear, scuffs, and minor chips to the timber frame. Light toning and discolouration on the matting.

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