Very well painted original watercolour miniature by the listed artist Liz Butler RWS ARCA, painted in 1993.

Titled "Hidcote", a view in the famous gardens, depicting the upper terrace, beyond the twin gazebos, the avenue between the rows of pleached trees leading to the wrought iron garden gate with a glimpse of the Cotswold countryside beyond. A fine example of the artist's highly detailed miniature work, for which she is justly recognised.

Fully signed, dated '93 and inscribed with the title by the artist verso. With the original exhibition label from the Francis Kyle Gallery, Mayfair on the backboard.

Watercolour on wove paper. In the original stained wood frame with acid free mount and backing.

Painting in excellent original condition, with strong fresh colour (see photos). Frame with some very slight scratches, mount clean (see photos). 

Image size 9.1cm x 5.8cm; frame size 33.7cm x 27.2cm. 

Delivered ready to hang.

Comes with our Certificate of Authenticity - guaranteed authentic and original.

This is one of two miniature garden studies by the artist I have listed, they are identically framed and would make a pair.

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Liz Butler RWS ARCA

English miniature and landscape painter in watercolours.

Liz Butler was born in Cumbria and educated at Liverpool College of Art and the Royal College of Art. She is well known for her miniature paintings of gardens, and her use of pure watercolour, which she has always favoured for its brilliance and transparency. More recently she has expanded her scale to encompass larger scale subject matter. She has always been interested in man's role in changing the countryside and nature, which has recently led her to introduce figures into her new paintings of Morocco and Zanzibar.

She was elected an Associate of the Royal Watercolour Society in 1996 and a full member in 2000.

Her work is in several major collections including the Government Art Collection, Abbot Hall Gallery, Kendal, the Royal Collection, Harewood House and the National Postal Archive.

Hidcote is a world-famous garden located in the north Cotswolds, a stone’s throw from Stratford-upon-Avon. Created by the talented horticulturist, Major Lawrence Johnston, its colourful and intricately designed outdoor ‘rooms’ are always full of surprises. It’s a must-see if you’re on holiday in the Cotswolds.

Explore the maze of narrow paved pathways and discover secret gardens, magnificent vistas and plants that burst with colour. Many of the plants found growing in the garden were collected from Johnston’s many plant-hunting trips to faraway places. It’s the perfect place if you’re in need of gardening inspiration.

Meander through the intricate gardens and into the Wilderness. This secluded stretch of tall trees is just right for a picnic. Take a glimpse beyond the boundary and see the garden blend effortlessly into the countryside beyond.