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Anthony Herbert
Outdoor Cafe Scene With Market Umbrellas and Wooden Picnic Benches

$647.27
£470
€549.77
CA$885.43
A$963.62
CHF 510.82
MX$11,593.11
NOK 6,478.78
SEK 5,927.63
DKK 4,107.18

About the Item

Title: Outdoor Cafe Scene With Market Umbrellas and Wooden Picnic Benches By Tony Herbert (1927-2024) Medium: Watercolor on paper, unframed Size: 11 inches (height) x 13.25 inches (width) Condition: good, will some signs on wear consistent with aging Provenance: From a large private collection of this artists work, Oxford, England Description: This vibrant and observational watercolour by Tony Herbert (1927–2024) captures the casual charm of a summer day at an outdoor café or market square. Central to the composition are two figures — a man and a woman — seated across from one another at a rustic wooden picnic bench, shaded by a green canopy above. Their interaction is subtle yet familiar, suggesting the intimacy of a quiet conversation. In the background, groups of people gather under vivid red and yellow umbrellas, adding a pop of warmth and motion to the scene. Herbert’s trademark style is evident in his fluid use of watercolour washes, creating soft transitions of light and shadow that mimic the dappled sunlight filtering through the trees and canopy. The earthy textures of the cobbled paving beneath the figures contrast beautifully with the loose, almost abstract rendering of the trees and market bustle beyond. The composition is rich in storytelling and observational detail, from the satchel dropped beside the table to the gentle tilt of heads in animated conversation. A timeless scene of sociability and community, this piece resonates with anyone drawn to urban sketching, plein air painting, or moments of stillness amidst the everyday hum of life.
  • Creator:
    Anthony Herbert
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 13.25 in (33.66 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316695212

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