The Canal
British School, late 20th Century
An expressive oil on board depicting the canal entrance at Widcombe, Bath. The artist captures the mellow tones of the stone bridge and the surrounding greenery with loose, impressionistic brushwork and a harmonious palette of ochres, greens, and soft greys. Painted in 1985, the work evokes the quiet charm of Bath’s waterways and the timeless character of its architecture.
Medium & Support: Oil on board, mounted and glazed.
Frame: Gilt frame with decorative edge and linen slip; minor wear consistent with age.
Condition: Good decorative condition; surface stable with light age toning.
Signature: Unsigned, inscribed to the reverse “Canal Entrance, Widcombe, Bath, 1985.”
Dimensions:
Framed: approx. 30 × 25 cm
Visible painting: approx. 24 × 19 cm
Notes: A characterful and atmospheric view of Bath’s historic canal quarter, an appealing piece of local charm rendered with mid-century warmth and texture.