Original Painting
Steve Camps - Oil on Board
“Pig, Cottage & Flowers”
Rare early verified work by Camps featuring his signature pig
Key Details
Artist: Steve Camps
Title: “Pig, Cottage & Flowers”
Medium: Oil on board
Support: Board
Signature: Unsigned — verified by the artist
Dimensions: Image: 39 × 25 cm (15.4 × 9.8 in) Frame: Grey painted frame included
Condition: Excellent
Provenance: Private UK collection; authenticity confirmed by the artist
Description
This rare early oil on board by Steve Camps features one of his signature pig subjects set within a charming rural landscape.
The composition balances a soft pink pig in the foreground with a distant cottage and flowering tree beneath a textured, atmospheric sky.
The naive, narrative-led style gives the scene warmth and strong decorative appeal.
Painted before Camps routinely signed his artworks, this example has been directly verified as authentic by the artist via email.
Early works such as this are increasingly scarce and highly desirable, offering collectors insight into the evolution of his distinctive visual language.
A wonderful piece for admirers of contemporary British folk, narrative animal art, and characterful interiors.
About the Artist
Steve Camps is a contemporary British artist known for his animal-centred storytelling and emotionally charged landscapes.
Although his whale paintings have brought him significant attention in recent years—including a forthcoming documentary—his early works reveal
the foundations of his simplified forms, bold colour choices and understated humour.
Pieces from this formative period are now increasingly sought after by collectors and interior-focused buyers.
Estimated Date
Early career period (pre-signature), date estimated circa early 2000s–2010s.
Provenance & Notes
From a private UK collection. Artist verification provided via email.
A rare opportunity to acquire an early work by a rising contemporary British painter whose market continues to strengthen.
