Original 1987 Architectural Watercolor Painting by Catherine Wilson Smith, TWSA/MWS
Artist: Catherine Wilson Smith (Fine artist based out of Elgin, Illinois)
Medium: Original Transparent Watercolor on heavy paper
Date: 1987
Dimensions: Approximately 29.5 inches (H) x 19.5 inches (W)
About the Artwork:
Up for sale is a striking, authentic 1987 original transparent watercolor by renowned Illinois fine artist Catherine Wilson Smith. This piece beautifully exemplifies her signature style—fusing loose realism with powerful, underlying abstract geometry.
The composition captures a dramatic interplay of intense light and shadow cast across blocky, industrial-style structures and strong architectural columns. The bottom portion features a dynamic, patterned grid of hard-edged shadow lines across the pavement, showcasing the artist's masterful command over light and structural form.
The painting is signed by the artist in the lower right corner: "Catherine Wilson Smith, MWS /87". The "MWS" denotes her status as an honored Signature Member of the Midwest Watercolor Society (now known as the Transparent Watercolor Society of America, or TWSA).
Condition Notes:
• This is a unique, one-of-a-kind original painting, not a print or reproduction!
• The artwork is painted on a heavy-weight, textured watercolor paper sheet featuring natural deckled/torn outer boundaries, perfect for a gorgeous float-frame mount or standard matting.
• The back of the paper is clean and completely blank.
• Please review all provided macro photos showcasing the paper quality, measurements, and signature detail to confirm the item's condition for yourself before bidding or purchasing.
Shipping:
Will be carefully packaged and shipped flat between heavy protective cardboard to prevent bending or curving during transit.