Portrait Of Grandma Warren, Landlady

Portrait Of Grandma Warren, LandladyThis charming early 19th century British oil painting depicts Grandma Ann Warren (1770 1861), the landlady of the New Inn, Melbourne, Derbyshire. Born in 1770, Ann Warren witnessed a plethora of change during her 90 year life the advent of the Industrial Revolution, the madness of King George III, Britains war with France, the Regency period, the battle of Trafalgar, the destruction of the Houses of Parliament by fire, and the ascent of a young Queen

His loose brushwork compliments the weary haze of dusk and the gentle glow of a welcoming fire

It’s classically inspired but rather than ruins

He remained true to his roots

Heavy silhouetted boughs obscure the moon

Medium: Oil on boardOverall size: 16” x 19” / 41cm x 48cmYear of creation: 1958Provenance: SwedenCondition: Very good overall

and numerous study trips abroad

Signed/dated lower right and held within a splendid gilt frame from the period

numerous creatives have been captivated by its scenic delights including the Golden Age painter

Previously at Christie’s

Identical uncoloured flower pieces have sold through Christie's for up to £2

The ship in the foreground appears to be a clipper or frigate with 20 cannon

It was one of the most terrifying storms for decades