British Impressionist Watercolor of Morning Shadows by the Lake

Title: British Impressionist Watercolor of Morning Shadows by the Lake by Anthony Avery (British 1946-2023) Original watercolor on artists paper, unframed Dimensions: 11.25 x 15.25 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 serene watercolor painting captures the quiet beauty of a lakefront bathed in soft morning light. Tall, slender trees line the foreground, their bare branches delicately etched against a backdrop of misty mountains and still waters. The sunlight, gentle yet warm, casts long shadows of the trees across the grassy shore, stretching toward the viewer and adding depth to the composition. The artist skillfully uses a muted color palette, with hints of pastel blues, purples, and greens that evoke the calm and stillness of dawn. The lake reflects the light and nearby landscape with a mirror-like quality, enhancing the tranquil mood of the scene. Soft washes and gradients blend seamlessly, creating an almost dreamlike haze that captures the ephemeral nature of early morning mist. The composition feels open and airy, inviting the viewer to step into this peaceful setting. The artist’s restrained use of detail and focus on tonal variation convey both the beauty and the fleeting nature of this quiet lakeside moment.