A Dutch Canal - Wiliam Alfred Gibson

£565.00

William Alfred Gibson Dutch Canal Oil on board Signed left Frame: 14” x 16” Image: 11” x 13” William Alfred Gibson (1855–1931) was a Scottish landscape painter, known for his exceptional technical skill and subtle color harmonies. Born in Glasgow, he was largely self-taught, though he briefly studied under a student of Corot. Gibson was deeply influenced by the work of Dutch painters and the Barbizon School, particularly Corot, which shaped his artistic approach. His works frequently depict quiet waterways, woodland scenes, and tranquil landscapes, using a muted palette of grays, greens, and silver whites. A lifelong member of the Glasgow Art Club, Gibson exhibited extensively, showing at the Glasgow Institute, Royal Academy, and Royal Scottish Academy, among others. He was also instrumental in the formation of the short-lived Glasgow Society of Artists in 1902. His paintings remain part of several public collections, including those at the Aberdeen Art Gallery and Glasgow Art Gallery, and continue to be appreciated for their technical mastery and serene, reflective atmosphere.

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