David Birtwhistle Original. RARE. Watercolour and Ink Large Abstract Sketch.

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Original Art by David Birtwhistle.Ink and Watercolour study of a Cottage through Trees31 x 22 1/2 Inches, sorry about the photo, however I take it, it seems to make the frame look warped...it isn't!!Believed to date from the late 70's/early 80'sFrom the artists website: Born 1947, the son of a Methodist clergyman. Educated Kingswood School, Bath and Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge. Apprenticed as (block) printmaker to artist Graham Clarke 1965-68. Studied etching at Falmouth School of Art under Bryan Ingham. Travelled in Italy where he sold his first drawings in 1966. Married Linda in 1970; they have two sons, a daughter and six grandchildren. A qualified architect he practised in Worcester 1972-1980. In partnership with Michael Westby he opened his own gallery, framed , in Friar Street, Worcester in November 1979. On Michael’s retirement in 2000 the gallery became Birties of Worcester .Since his first one-man exhibition at The Room Gallery, Greenwich in 1970 his work has appeared in galleries up and down the land, in his own exhibitions and with societies such as the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours and the Society of Architect-Artists of which he was a Fellow. David has undertaken commissions for many distinguished clients and his watercolours have been reproduced as cards and calendars. Bemrose UK of Derby and, more recently, Rose of Colchester have published several calendar titles of his work each year for twenty years ( Around Britain , Britain in Watercolour and The David Birtwhistle Collection ). Rosenstiel’s have published a limited edition print and Lance Ranson produced cards. Then in 1990 Birties of Worcester , the Birtwhistles’ own publishing company commenced production of cards and reproduction prints. This proved very popular and attracted an international following and increased awareness in the original work. Commissions have included brochures for businesses and practices, CD/record/tape sleeves, display panels and book covers. In 2001 the book The Spirit of Worcestershire was published featuring over thirty of David’s watercolour paintings. He has continued to work with clients such as the National Trust developing his depictions of architecture and landscape. Other interests have included the Elgar Birthplace Trust (House Committee), Swan Theatre Worcester Ltd (Board), Abbeyfield Worcester Ltd. (Trustee), Headway Worcester (President), St Johns Bell Tower Appeal (Patron) and energetic veteran membership of Worcester Rowing Club. David Birtwhistle’s work is to be found in one royal and many public and private collections throughout the world. We will happily supply more photos on demand, or you can call me direct on to arrange a private viewing.Thank you for looking, D. Important InformationAll items described to the best of my ability, if however, you are unsure about anything or have any questions I will be happy to answer.All postage prices quoted are for mainland UK only, if outside of this area or in the Highlands/Ireland etc please contact me for a quote prior to bidding/buying.All items sent first class Royal Mail and proof of postage kept. Fragile items will be well wrapped however, we cannot be held responsible for breakages made in transit and will have to put in claims with the courier should this happen therefore which can take a few weeks. If you are not happy with your purchase for any reason, please contact me upon receipt of the item as any issue cannot be dealt with after this time. supreme supremewidgets supremeauctiononlinesoftware.widgets.FeedbackWidgetBasicFree.swf supremewidgets supremeauctiononlinesoftware.widgets.FeedbackWidgetBasicFree.swf supremewidgets supremeauctiononlinesoftware.widgets.GalleryBasicFree.swf supremewidgets supremeauctiononlinesoftware.widgets.GalleryBasicFree.swf For couriers quotes of up to 75% off standard rates - try Shiply : I want to put this into my own eBay ... read more

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