{"product_id":"keith-gardner-rca-framed-oil-painting-thornton-hough-church-common-signed-40x30c","title":"Keith Gardner RCA Framed Oil Painting Thornton Hough Church Common Signed 40x30c","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOriginal Oil Painting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeith Gardner RCA - Oil on Board “Church and Common, Thornton Hough”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA vibrant impressionist scene capturing light, life, and local character in the Wirral countryside\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keith Gardner RCA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Church and Common, Thornton Hough”\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil on board\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Board\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed lower right, ‘Gardner’\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Image: 40 × 30 cm (15.7 × 11.8 in)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mint. Artwork and frame are in perfect condition, having just left the artist’s private collection.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consigned directly by the artist and purchased from auction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn engaging original oil painting by Keith Gardner RCA depicting the charming church and common at Thornton Hough. The composition is alive with sunlight, figures, and lush greenery, capturing both the architectural presence of the church and the social atmosphere of the village. Gardner’s confident brushwork and vibrant palette bring energy and depth to the scene, demonstrating his mastery of light and local character. Professionally framed and ready to hang, this is a fine example of his celebrated work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeith Gardner RCA (b. 1933, Liverpool) is a distinguished British painter celebrated for impressionist landscapes and scenes of British life. Based in the Wirral, he is an elected member of the Royal Cambrian Academy. His work is renowned for its vibrant colour, lively brushwork, and ability to capture both architectural and rural atmosphere. Gardner’s paintings are held in private collections throughout the UK.\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\u003eThis painting has remained in the artist’s private collection until recently and is offered in mint condition. Sold professionally framed and ready to hang, it showcases Gardner’s distinctive interpretation of a much-loved local setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crag Bank Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53551611707730,"sku":"CBA-71","price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/0904\/6866\/files\/IMG_2810.jpg?v=1780938751","url":"https:\/\/cragbankart.co.uk\/products\/keith-gardner-rca-framed-oil-painting-thornton-hough-church-common-signed-40x30c","provider":"Crag Bank Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}