Original Antique Watercolor Painting of Cookham Church (Berkshire) by George de Paris (1829–1911)
Up for auction is a beautiful, highly collectible original antique watercolor painting by the renowned British architectural and landscape artist George de Paris (1829–1911).
Known for his lifelong dedication to documenting historic English parish churches, this particular piece features a wonderfully detailed view of the iconic timber-framed lychgate and churchyard at Holy Trinity Church in Cookham, Berkshire.
Cookham is a village deeply celebrated for its rich artistic history, making this an especially desirable subject for collectors of Berkshire topography and traditional British art.
Key Features & Provenance:
* Signature: Signed by the artist in the lower-left corner: "G. de Paris".
* Authentic Label: The reverse features the original, handwritten label detailing the artist's name, his historic London address (68 Old Brompton Road, Kensington, S.W.7), and the title of the piece: "Cookham Church (Berks)". This provides excellent provenance and confirms its historical authenticity.
* Framing: Housed in its period gilt-molded wooden frame, complete with the original mount.
Dimensions: 45 cm x 35cm (approx)
Condition Report:
The watercolor itself remains well-preserved with lovely color retention. The period frame shows visible signs of age, including characterful wear and gilt loss along the edges. The backing paper on the reverse is torn and degraded, but crucially preserves the original handwritten artist label intact. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to assess the condition for yourself.
A wonderful opportunity to acquire a genuine piece of English heritage art with fantastic gallery provenance.
Shipping & Packaging:
The painting will be packed securely with professional-grade cushioning to ensure the frame and glass arrive completely safe. Sent via tracked and insured courier.