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David Birch ROI
British Impressionist Autumn River landscape, Bridge over the River Mole

Circa 1950

$4,250
£3,221.66
€3,757.32
CA$6,099.92
A$6,149.90
CHF 3,501.83
MX$74,754.56
NOK 41,337.37
SEK 41,218.70
DKK 28,085.54

About the Item

David Birch Bridge over the River Mole Oil on artist’s board Circa 1950 Signed lower right; further signed and inscribed verso A quietly evocative mid-20th century English landscape by David Birch, depicting a graceful stone bridge spanning the River Mole, rendered with a sensitive appreciation for atmosphere and season. The composition centres upon a gently arched, three-span bridge, its warm masonry tones reflected in the slow-moving water below, creating a harmonious interplay between structure and nature. Birch’s handling of paint is confident yet restrained, with a subtle modulation of colour that captures the muted beauty of the English countryside. The trees, likely in late autumn or early winter, are described with delicate, feathery brushwork, their bare and fading foliage set against a soft, overcast sky. The subdued palette—earthy browns, cool greys, and soft greens—imbues the scene with a sense of stillness and quiet reflection. In the foreground, a pair of swans glide across the darkened surface of the river, providing both a point of narrative interest and a gentle contrast of light against the deeper tones of the water. Their presence reinforces the tranquil, pastoral character of the scene, a timeless vision of rural England largely untouched by modernity. The River Mole, flowing through Surrey and Sussex, has long been a source of inspiration for landscape painters, celebrated for its meandering course and picturesque bridges. Birch’s interpretation aligns with this enduring tradition, recalling earlier British landscape painters while maintaining a distinctly mid-century sensibility in its simplified forms and atmospheric unity. Presented in an attractive gilt frame that complements the warmth of the composition, this painting is a fine example of post-war British landscape painting—appealing to collectors who appreciate traditional English views imbued with calm, understated elegance.
  • Creator:
    David Birch ROI
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1950
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 32 in (81.28 cm)
  • Medium:
    Oil,Board
  • Movement & Style:
    Impressionist
  • Period:
    1950-1959
  • Condition:
    The painting is in perfect original condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Woodbury, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU507317897312

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