William Kay Blacklock ARCA, Continental Farmhouse In Summer

William Kay Blacklock ARCA, Continental Farmhouse In SummerThis charming early 20th century watercolour by eminent British artist William Kay Blacklock ARCA (1872 1924) depicts an elderly lady carrying a basket and parasol before a farmhouse. Born in Bishopwearmouth, Sunderland, Blacklocks early years appear to be rather turbulent. His father, John Blacklock, an engine fitter, lost his life early, leaving his mother to raise the family alone. In 1891, the census records him living in Carlisle where his mother

It’s set to the rhythm of a majestic light and captures nature’s harmony in all its splendour

who managed just 3 days

From the horrors of war to the delicate nuances of fresh Spring flora

There are two other works which may potentially feature the same porcelain and/or chairs:

140 achieved for a gouache in 2003

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and there’s the gradual darkening of foliage

The artist has used an earthy natural palette of browns

as other paintings by him are hard to find

and won the cup

It’s a remarkably tasteful ensemble

Medium: Drawing on paperOverall size: 16” x 14” / 41cm x 36cmYear of creation: c