William George Simmonds (1876-1968)
An Ash Lidded Box (1918)
hand-painted, carved with lambs and foliage
bears later inscription to the base
13cm high
Footnote:In 1919, designer and artist William Simmonds and his wife Eve moved to the tiny hamlet of Far Oakridge, Gloucestershire, where they became involved with a group of artists and craftsmen including William Rothenstein, Ernest Gimson, Sidney and Ernest Barnsley.
The November Auctions: Modern Art & Design | Fine Art & Antiques
Sold for £1,100
William George Simmonds (1876-1968)
An Ash Lidded Box (1918)
hand-painted, carved with lambs and foliage
bears later inscription to the base
13cm high
In 1919, designer and artist William Simmonds and his wife Eve moved to the tiny hamlet of Far Oakridge, Gloucestershire, where they became involved with a group of artists and craftsmen including William Rothenstein, Ernest Gimson, Sidney and Ernest Barnsley.
The November Auctions: Modern Art & Design | Fine Art & Antiques
Generally good condition overall, with some minor abrasions and some fading to the colours.
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Auction: The November Auctions, 20th Nov, 2024
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