Anon. Gooseberry Branch with Butterfly
An original early 19th-century watercolour painting Gooseberry Branch with Butterfly.
An exquisitely hand-painted study of exceptional quality, showing gooseberry fruit and a delicately perched butterfly. The high realism of the fruit makes them appear good enough to eat.
With gum arabic to intensify the colour. On thin card.
Dimensions: Height: 20.4cm (8.03") Width: 15.5cm (6.1")
Presented: Unframed.
Medium: Watercolour
Age: Early 19th-century
Signed: No.
Inscribed: --
Dated: --
Condition: Overall in very good condition for its age. Some minor age toning as shown. There are historic adhesive marks and paper remnants to the corners and edges on the verso, from previous mounting. Please see photos for detail.
Stock number: JR-670
