Original pencil landscape on paper by Charles Ahier (1888 -1976) 25x19cm

This may look like a black and white photograph but you would be mistaken like we were. This is a pencil sketch by the London artist Herbert Charles Touseau Ahier, born 1888 died 1976 ; now highly admired and collected Please note: the first image maybe an enhanced presentation image. For an accurate representation of condition, including any wear or age-related marks, please refer to the additional photographs provided. This unframed and unsigned (From a collection of other signed works by the artist) pencil sketch is of some wooden farm building set in a mountainous landscape. An exquisite representation of what can be achieved with a piece of paper and the humble pencil There is the word 'Fluoro' written in pencil at the top right of the drawing - we are unsure of its meaning but possibly the location of the sketch Herbert Ahier established himself before the First World War as an illustrator and specialist in images of ships. After that war, he worked as a commercial artist, and occasional illustrator, for J M Dent & Sons, revealing a talent for a wider range of imagery. He extended this talent, in later life, in producing pleasing traditional landscape watercolours. He was born in Mile End, East London, on 23 December 1888. His father’s family had possibly settled there from Jersey. By 1901, he was living with his widowed grandmother, Eliza Phillipps Ahier (née Cross), at 38 Antill Road. This sketch has a couple of very small tares to the paper at the top of the image fortunately easily lost when mounted. There is also some foxing across the image - frankly I think they give it some authenticity but can be removed 🌿🌿Our Antique Forager Ethos We source antique and vintage pieces for their craftsmanship, character and individuality, selecting only those that stand out and carry a story worthy of passing on. Explore curated inspiration, reference boards and new finds on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/antiqueforager/ 🌿🌿Shipping Free UK postage. Worldwide delivery available — rates vary by destination and weight. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout. Every item is carefully packed and insured.