Frances Watson Sunderland Off the North Yorkshire Coast

An original 1921 watercolour painting, Frances Watson Sunderland, Off the North Yorkshire Coast.

A lovely, subtle seascape by Yorkshire artist Frances Watson Sunderland (1866–1949).

Born in Keighley, Sunderland's work primarily focussed on the landscapes, seascapes and townscapes of Yorkshire. This is likely a view on the North Yorkshire coast. The artist exploits the subtle colour gradation and ethereal quality achievable with watercolour wash, creating an evocative impression of looking out to sea.

Frances Watson Sunderland (1866–1949) was born in Keighley, West Yorkshire, the daughter of Wilkinson Watson, a local butcher. She lived all her life in the town, studying at Keighley School of Art and Crafts, where she later taught for much of her working life. She was an active member of the Keighley Art Club and a familiar figure sketching in Keighley town centre, recording views that are today much changed. She also painted scenes at Whitby and along the North Yorkshire coast. Sunderland's paintings were widely exhibited, including at Glasgow Institute of the Fine Arts, Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool and the Royal Cambrian Academy. Her works are held in the collection of Bradford Museums & Galleries, at Cliffe Castle near Keighley.

On heavy watercolour paper.