British Impressionist Watercolor of Rugged Mountain Landscape with a Calm River

Title: British Impressionist Watercolor of Rugged Mountain Landscape with a Calm River 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 tranquil watercolor painting by Anthony J. Avery captures a rugged mountain landscape with a calm, flowing river winding through the foreground. The scene is composed of softly layered, distant mountains, rendered in shades of grey and muted green, which lend a sense of depth and atmospheric perspective. The towering mountain peaks dominate the composition, creating a contrast with the gentle, winding river that guides the viewer’s eye through the landscape. Avery’s delicate use of color, along with his subtle gradations in the mountain tones, evokes a misty, almost ethereal quality. The artist’s handling of light brings warmth to the riverbanks and trees, while the muted palette emphasizes the serenity of this mountainous setting. Ideal for nature enthusiasts, this piece transports the viewer to a place of quiet reflection and natural beauty.