British Impressionist Watercolor of a Mediterranean Plaza with Figures

Title: British Impressionist Watercolor of a Mediterranean Plaza with Figures By Anthony Avery (British 1946-2023) Original watercolor on artists paper, unframed Dimensions: 15.5 x 11.25 inches (Height x Width) Condition: Good, with some minor signs of aging. Provenance: From a large collection of this artists work, held in England. Description: This evocative watercolor captures a sunlit Mediterranean plaza, featuring a grand building with elegant arches and a prominent bell tower. The foreground is adorned with tall, graceful palm trees casting dramatic shadows across the cobblestone path. Figures walking through the scene add a sense of life and movement, while the warm tones of the architecture contrast beautifully with the crisp, bright light of the setting. Anthony Avery’s mastery of light and shadow creates depth and atmosphere, showcasing his talent for capturing the timeless charm of Mediterranean locales. This piece invites the viewer to step into the serenity of a quiet yet vibrant plaza. Anthony Avery (1946-2023) was a brilliant artist, who lived in the English town of Malvern, close to the Welsh border. His sheer range and versatility of expression and handling of paint is breath taking and one of the many reasons his paintings are admired in worldwide collections today.