‘Anemones’
R. Neale, English School, dated 1965
A richly textured impasto oil on board depicting a vibrant arrangement of anemones displayed in a rounded earthenware jug. The flowers, painted with confident, expressive brushstrokes, bloom in shades of crimson, white, orange, and soft blue, their lively forms set against a warm interior backdrop. The thickly applied paint and sculptural surface lend the composition depth and movement, while the inclusion of a lace cloth beneath the vessel adds a gentle domestic intimacy. A characterful mid-century English still life with strong decorative appeal.
Medium & Support: Impasto oil on board.
Frame: Presented in a carved wooden frame with repeating moulded detail and gilt inner slip; minor wear consistent with age.
Condition: Good decorative condition; paint surface stable with attractive texture.
Signature: Inscribed verso ‘Anemones, R. Neale, Summerfield Road, 1965’.
Dimensions:
Framed: approx. 47 × 42  cm
Visible painting: 35 x 30 cm
Notes: A charming dated example of mid-20th-century English still life painting, notable for its bold impasto technique and warm, homely composition. De