Masterful painting of a grand, imposing stone house which nonetheless welcomes with an open door. MaryEtta Thorn (b. 1947), originally from Washington, DC, was a realist painter who often depicted architectural scenes in exquisite and loving detail, as she does here. She did some of her painting in Britain, where this piece likely originated. By reference to her other work this piece perhaps dates from the 1980s.

Watercolor on illustration board.

Image 38.5” x 29.5”.

Frame 40” x 31.25”.

Signed to the lower right. Has outward bow to board and yellowing of varnish layer. Some wear to frame.