British Watercolor of a Sunlit Mediterranean Courtyard with Figures and Fountain

Title: British Watercolor of a Sunlit Mediterranean Courtyard with Figures and Fountain By Anthony Avery (British 1946-2023) Original watercolor on artists paper, unframed Dimensions: 15.25 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 delightful watercolor captures a vibrant Mediterranean courtyard bathed in sunlight. The scene is alive with activity, from families gathered around a charming stone fountain to café-goers seated under a striped umbrella. The pastel-colored façades of the surrounding buildings, adorned with green shutters and flower-filled window boxes, add to the cheerful ambiance. Anthony Avery’s delicate brushwork and use of warm, luminous tones beautifully evoke the charm and serenity of a bustling village square. This composition celebrates the timeless joy of communal life, making it a captivating addition to any collection. 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.