{"product_id":"ben-maile-original-watercolour-old-york-framed-glazed-37x27cm-signed","title":"Ben Maile Original Watercolour \"Old York\" Framed Glazed 37x27cm Signed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen Maile - Watercolour\u003cbr\u003e\n“Old York”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA lively signed street scene capturing the charm of historic York\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ben Maile (1922–2017)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Old York”\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watercolour on paper\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paper\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-signed lower right\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Image: 37 × 27 cm (14.6 × 10.6 in); Frame: 57 × 47 cm (22.4 × 18.5 in)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent; no visible foxing or fading. Frame in very good condition with minor wear.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Private UK collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA charming original watercolour by Ben Maile, titled\nOld York, capturing the character and movement of one of England’s most historic cities. Painted with Maile’s distinctive loose brushwork and sensitivity to light, the scene conveys the bustle and architectural charm of York’s streets with immediacy and atmosphere. A fine example of his sought-after urban work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBen Maile (1922–2017) was a respected British painter known for his atmospheric urban and military scenes. His work was widely exhibited and collected, including commissions for the British Army and corporate institutions. Renowned for his expressive brushwork and use of light, Maile’s paintings capture the essence of place with energy and immediacy, making them increasingly desirable among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEstimated Date\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLate 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProvenance \u0026amp; Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a private UK collection. Backing board inscribed with the title “Old York.” Signature displays characteristic pen pressure and formation consistent with the artist’s hand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crag Bank Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53551610265938,"sku":"CBA-49C","price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/0904\/6866\/files\/57_6cacca56-a1ba-49ef-bfb7-d83350ad0bab.png?v=1779735723","url":"https:\/\/cragbankart.co.uk\/products\/ben-maile-original-watercolour-old-york-framed-glazed-37x27cm-signed","provider":"Crag Bank Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}