$370 · ARTHUR HENRY PARKER ‘A.H.’ (1878-1944) - CANADIAN - FRAMED WATERCOLOUR ON PAPER

Offered for sale this framed watercolour painting on paper, signed in the lower right hand corner by the UK born, Canadian artist Arthur Henry Parker (1878-1944). This Victoria, BC sea scape view is in nice condition given its age. Framed it what appears to be a period frame, the painting is well executed and ready to hang. Measuring approximately 11.75 inches in height x 15 inches in width including the frame. This is a fantastic opportunity to add this lovely vintage watercolour painting to your collection. Shipping within Canada and the Continental United States is complimentary with purchase. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. PARKER, Arthur Henry Born August 15, 1878 at Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire, England, son of the late Henry Parker; studied painting (landscape, seascape and figure) under Sir Alfred East R.A., and J.A. Bacon, England; diplomas: London, Paris, Art Schools of Newcastle U.L and Hanley, Staffs., England; "accepted" by Royal Canadian Academy of Arts, Toronto, 1924; has exhibited paintings at London, Birmingham, Manchester, Bolton, Stoke-on-Trent and other art centres in England; has travelled extensively on Continent of Europe exhibiting at prominent European Art Centres; his work has been complimented by H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, Sir John Lavery, president, R.A., London, England; served overseas in France 1915 until end of Great War; married 1904, Alice Elizabeth, daughter of Samuel Foster, of "The Grange," Butterton, England; Mrs. Parker is a writer and poet of considerable note; member, executive of The Bolton Arts Society; North Staffordshire Arts Society and Sketching Club; Arts and Crafts Society, Victoria; Recreations: tennis, bowling, golf; Church of England; Residence: Cedar Hill, Victoria, B.C.