Fred Yates Signed Framed Watercolour of a Coastal Scene
This framed watercolour by Fred Yates depicts a lively seaside gathering. A crowd of figures in bright, varied clothing fills the foreground, some holding hands and dancing, while a striped awning stall, a row of cottages and a line of beach huts sit beside a band of blue sea in the background. The artist’s name, Fred Yates, is signed in the lower left of the composition. The work is set in a black wooden frame with a thin gilt inner slip. The figures are simplified and rendered in bold, decorative colour, giving the scene a folk-like character.
Framed Watercolour Showing Age-Related Wear
The frame shows some wear to its edges and corners, consistent with its age. The paper and the painted surface should be examined in person, as the photographs alone cannot confirm every detail. A auction reference label is attached to the upper right of the glass. Signed works by Fred Yates with a clear coastal subject and a lively composition may appeal to collectors of British seaside painting and to buyers looking for a characterful, decorative piece for the home.
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