Keith Gardner RCA - Oil on Board “Coastal Sunset with Sailboat”
Atmospheric harbour scene with glowing sunset light and reflective waters
Key Details
Artist: Keith Gardner RCA (1933–2025) Title: “Coastal Sunset with Sailboat” Medium: Oil on board Support: Board Signature: Unsigned Dimensions: Image: 30 × 40 cm (11.8 × 15.7 in) • Frame: 38 × 48 cm (15.0 × 18.9 in) Condition: Good overall condition; minor age-related wear to frame Provenance: Acquired from the artist’s estate and held in a private UK collection
Description
A striking and atmospheric coastal sunset by Royal Cambrian Academy artist Keith Gardner, capturing the glow of evening light across water with exceptional warmth and movement. The composition centres on a sailboat drifting through reflective waters, while silhouetted figures and shoreline details add depth and narrative interest. The bold sky and luminous reflections create a highly decorative and engaging original painting, ideal for collectors or interior display.
About the Artist
Keith Gardner RCA (1933–2025) was a highly regarded British painter associated with the North West of England and North Wales. He studied at Liverpool Art College and became an influential figure in the regional art scene. Elected an Associate Member of the Royal Cambrian Academy in 1977, he became a full Academician in 1983. Gardner exhibited widely with the RCA and other institutions, and his work was celebrated in the retrospective exhibition “Forty Years a Member” at the RCA Upper Gallery in Conwy. His paintings are held in both public and private collections, and he is especially admired for his ability to capture atmosphere, light, and the changing moods of landscape and coastal scenes.
Estimated Date
Late 20th century
Provenance & Notes
Acquired from the artist’s estate at auction following his passing in 2025, and subsequently held in a private UK collection. This is an original oil painting by Keith Gardner and not a reproduction.
