Oil Painting Sprowston Mill Mousehold Norwich by Geoffrey
Mortimer 1895-1986
‘Cromes’ Sprowston Mill as viewed from Mousehold Heath
Cromes Mill was built in 1780 at a cost of £2,000.00 (quite a large sum in
those days, perhaps to include outbuildings) It was more commonly known as
Sprowston Post Mill and is one of the best documented mills within the Eastern
counties.
It is well worth taking some time to research the fascinating history, sadly the
mill burnt down in 1933, just before it was due to be handed over to the archaeological
trust.
Well painted showing the mill against a typical Norfolk sky, with gorse in the
foreground.
Oil on board, signed lower left, presented within a gilt frame. Pen inscription
verso, painting on George Rowney of London art board.
Condition: Small unfinished area to the upper centre as photographed. A darker
scene as were many painted by Geoffrey Mortimer, a result of the old paints
that were used.
A wonderful part of Norwich’s history
Geoffrey Mortimer 1895-1986 was active at the same
time as Sir Alfred Munnings and painted in the same areas of East Anglia so it is no
surprise that his works bear more than a passing similarity to Munnings. This painting is larger than most, signed lower left and
presented within a later gilt gesso frame. Oil on board, in good condition.
Size to include frame: H26.5cm L31.5cm Image only: H20cm L25cm
Worldwide shipping available. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact.