British Impressionist Watercolor of a Misty River and Spire Silhouette

Title: British Impressionist Watercolor of a Misty River and Spire Silhouette By Anthony Avery (British 1946-2023) Original watercolor on artists paper, unframed Dimensions: 11.25 x 15 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 serene watercolor captures the tranquility of a river scene, where the silhouette of a church spire rises majestically through a veil of mist. The artist employs soft washes of blue and grey to evoke the calm stillness of the moment, while subtle warm tones in the clouds provide a gentle contrast. Bare trees frame the composition, their reflections mirrored delicately in the water below. Anthony Avery’s skill in capturing light and atmosphere is showcased in this peaceful landscape, transporting viewers to a quiet riverside at dawn or dusk. 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.