Watercolour Shutters, multicolor, by F. John Owen, United Kingdom, 1980s.
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The 'Shutters' watercolor by F. John Owen, dated 1984, is a work firmly rooted in the contemporary realism of the 1980s. The painting, measuring 24 × 24 cm, is set within a wide, light beige passepartout and a slender metallic frame in brushed bronze or brass. At its heart is a traditional window with green, wooden shutters flung open, revealing precise slatted construction and hinge details. Lace curtains, rendered in subtle whites and grays with floral and geometric motifs, suggest a sense of domestic intimacy. The surrounding stucco wall with exposed brickwork in warm ochre and reddish tones provides a rustic, gently timeworn context. The watercolor technique is meticulous: washes are smooth, light transitions are soft, and detail work—especially in the lace and bricks—is nuanced. Both the frame and paper are preserved in excellent condition, showing only minimal and expected traces of careful vintage handling.
This artwork evokes the ambiance of interiors and vistas from 1980s Britain—a window ajar on quiet afternoons, filtered sunlight, and the backdrop of everyday life held still. The interplay of faded green, crisp whites, and warm brick
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Height42 cm
Depth3 cm
Width42 cm
Dimension details
Width42 cm
Height42 cm
Depth3 cm
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