George Thompson (Late 19th century)
| Artist Name | George Thompson (Late 19th century) |
|---|---|
| Title | Victorian Chickens and Cockerel in a Landscape |
| Description | This lovely British Victorian Impressionist oil painting is by noted artist George Thompson. Painted in 1899 it depicts a cockerel and several hens in a wooded landscape with buildings beyond. Thompson has perfectly captured the stances and movement of the chickens as they enjoy scratching around in the grass. Meanwhile the vibrant cockerel stands proud and alert in the foreground. Lovely brushwork and detail. If you like free range chickens and Victorian art then this is the painting for you. Signed and dated 1899 lower right. |
| Provenance | Scarborough estate. |
| Medium | Oil on Canvas |
| Size | 20 x 24 inches |
| Frame | Housed in a gilt reeded frame, 32 inches by 28 inches, in good condition. |
| Condition | Good condition. |
| Biography | George Thompson was a British Victorian artist who mainly painted in oils. He painted mostly landscapes and animals and was active towards the end of the 19th century. |
| Price | £3000 |
