Margaret Hawkes (20th Century, active from 1950's to early 2000's) British / illustrator best known for her watercolours of animals, reproduced in print, particularly as greeting cards. Although detailed biographical information about her is limited, her artwork continues to be appreciated for its delicate portrayal of natural subjects.

I have acquired a small portfolio of works by Margaret Hawkes, including original life drawings, botanical studies and animal paintings that were reproduced in print. This listing is for a single artwork, as detailed below.

Botanical gouache painting on lightly textured wove paper. Reasonable condition, with light handling/creases, gum tape to the margins and other minor marks/blemishes, signed and dated lower right.

Painting measures 34cm x 26.5cm. Paper measures 39cm x 30.5cm.