Description
A serene and naturalistic scene unfolds in this original watercolor painting, where two white shorebirds stand quietly at the edge of a calm marshland. Painted by the artist Patton Wilson with remarkable realism and gentle detail, the composition reflects the artist's keen observation of nature and wildlife. The birds, likely black-headed gulls, are captured mid-pause"”one gazing outward, the other turning inward"”offering a quiet narrative of presence and reflection. Their black-tipped heads and soft shadows are rendered with subtle washes of gray and brown, blending seamlessly into the earthy textures of the wet ground beneath them.
In the background, golden reeds sway softly against a distant tree line, their warm tones contrasting beautifully with the cooler hues of water and rock. The color palette ranges from soft ochres and mossy greens to deep browns and delicate blues, creating a balanced harmony that evokes the stillness of early morning or late afternoon light.
The painting is signed by the artist in the lower right corner. It is presented in a wide, white mat with a thin blue inner lining, and enclosed in a classic rectangular frame finished in a muted bronze tone, adding understated elegance without overpowering the artwork.
Dimensions: 38" x 23"
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good Condition. See pictures for more details.
Materials & Techniques:
Watercolor
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Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
In the background, golden reeds sway softly against a distant tree line, their warm tones contrasting beautifully with the cooler hues of water and rock. The color palette ranges from soft ochres and mossy greens to deep browns and delicate blues, creating a balanced harmony that evokes the stillness of early morning or late afternoon light.
The painting is signed by the artist in the lower right corner. It is presented in a wide, white mat with a thin blue inner lining, and enclosed in a classic rectangular frame finished in a muted bronze tone, adding understated elegance without overpowering the artwork.
Dimensions: 38" x 23"
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good Condition. See pictures for more details.
Materials & Techniques:
Watercolor
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good Condition. See pictures for more details.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
23 x 38 x 1.5 in
Two in the Tides - Late 19th Century Landscape Painting With Birds, Original Watercolor on Paper,
Estimate $600-$1,790
Starting Price
$420
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The Summer Salon II
Jun 19, 2026 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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