{"product_id":"song-thrush-bird-watercolour-by-charles-f-tunnicliffe-obe-ra","title":"Song Thrush Bird Watercolour by Charles F. Tunnicliffe OBE RA","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"410\"\u003eSong Thrush Watercolour by Charles F. Tunnicliffe OBE RA — Mid-Century British, Framed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"456\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"486\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"481\"\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e 🎨\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eOriginal watercolour on artist-quality laid paper, depicting a \u003cstrong data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eSong Thrush (\u003cem data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"584\"\u003eTurdus philomelos\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e perched on a flowering branch and captured at the moment of song. Executed circa the \u003cstrong data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"682\"\u003e1950s\u003c\/strong\u003e, during the artist’s mature mid-century period. The work is monogrammed \u003cstrong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"763\"\u003e“CT”\u003c\/strong\u003e, consistent with authenticated examples, and retains the refined tonal balance associated with Tunnicliffe’s established practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"940\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"976\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"972\"\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/strong\u003e ✨\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eThe vertically oriented composition places the bird as the focal point while the flowering branch introduces diagonal movement and seasonal narrative. Tunnicliffe employs layered translucent washes to build form and volume, complemented by fine linework and dry-brush detail to articulate feather texture and bark structure. The restrained palette—warm browns, soft greys and gentle blossom tones—demonstrates exceptional tonal discipline, allowing the image to read with clarity both at close inspection and from a distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e 🏛️\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003eCharles Frederick Tunnicliffe OBE RA (1901–1979)\u003c\/strong\u003e is widely regarded as one of the most significant British wildlife artists of the twentieth century. Trained at Darlington and Belfast art schools and working extensively from the Isle of Anglesey, Tunnicliffe combined rigorous field observation with refined draughtsmanship. A Royal Academician and recipient of the OBE for services to art, his work is represented in museum and institutional collections and remains highly sought after by collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003eHistorical \u0026amp; Cultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e 🌱\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2613\"\u003eThe song thrush has long held a place in British literature and folklore, admired for its distinctive repeated song and symbolic association with renewal and resilience. This watercolour reflects post-war Britain’s renewed interest in nature and conservation, situating the work firmly within the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2536\"\u003emid-century British natural-history tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e that bridged scientific illustration and fine art for the domestic interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2693\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003eSigned \/ Attribution\u003c\/strong\u003e ✍️\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2974\"\u003eMonogrammed \u003cstrong data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003e“CT”\u003c\/strong\u003e in the lower margin. The mark, palette and handling are consistent with authenticated mid-century works by Tunnicliffe. Original auction and exhibition labels are present on the verso. Independent attribution or condition reports can be arranged upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"3020\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3051\"\u003eFraming \u0026amp; Presentation\u003c\/strong\u003e 🪵\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3057\" data-end=\"3387\"\u003ePresented in a sympathetic \u003cstrong data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3116\"\u003emid-century solid-wood frame\u003c\/strong\u003e, likely oak, with a cream double mount and subtle line inlay. Professionally backed and secured, retaining original auction and exhibition labels to the reverse. The presentation is period-appropriate and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3322\" data-end=\"3339\"\u003eready to hang\u003c\/strong\u003e in domestic, gallery or institutional settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3389\" data-end=\"3433\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3435\" data-end=\"3478\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3473\"\u003eProvenance \u0026amp; Exhibition History\u003c\/strong\u003e 📜\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3479\" data-end=\"3896\"\u003eThe work benefits from a clear and well-documented provenance. Early private ownership in Lancashire, followed by sale at \u003cstrong data-start=\"3601\" data-end=\"3657\"\u003eRogers Jones \u0026amp; Co, The Welsh Sale, Cardiff (Lot 224)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Subsequently exhibited at the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3689\" data-end=\"3736\"\u003eLord Hill Museum, Shropshire (January 2026)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Curated and marketed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"3762\" data-end=\"3798\"\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003c\/strong\u003e. Original auction tagging and verso labels accompany the work and will be supplied with the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3942\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3944\" data-end=\"3972\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3947\" data-end=\"3967\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e 🔎\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3973\" data-end=\"4395\"\u003eThe watercolour is in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"4026\"\u003eexcellent vintage condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. No active foxing, staining or pigment loss observed; colours remain fresh and stable. The mount and glazing are secure, and the frame shows only light, age-appropriate wear consistent with period use. No immediate conservation is required. For long-term institutional display, museum-grade UV-filtering glazing and controlled environmental conditions are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4397\" data-end=\"4441\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4443\" data-end=\"4475\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4446\" data-end=\"4470\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e 📐\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4476\" data-end=\"4584\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4476\" data-end=\"4527\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4478\" data-end=\"4527\"\u003ePainting (visible): \u003cstrong data-start=\"4498\" data-end=\"4525\"\u003e25 cm high × 22 cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4528\" data-end=\"4584\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4530\" data-end=\"4584\"\u003eFramed size: \u003cstrong data-start=\"4543\" data-end=\"4584\"\u003e46 cm high × 40 cm wide × 1.5 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4586\" data-end=\"4630\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4632\" data-end=\"4661\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4635\" data-end=\"4657\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e ✅\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4662\" data-end=\"5087\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4664\" data-end=\"4694\"\u003eMuseum-quality workmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e by a Royal Academician at the height of his career\u003cbr data-start=\"4745\" data-end=\"4748\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4750\" data-end=\"4787\"\u003eAuction and exhibition provenance\u003c\/strong\u003e, enhancing collectability and resale confidence\u003cbr data-start=\"4835\" data-end=\"4838\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4840\" data-end=\"4870\"\u003ePeriod-appropriate framing\u003c\/strong\u003e, ready for immediate display\u003cbr data-start=\"4899\" data-end=\"4902\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4904\" data-end=\"4920\"\u003eBroad appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e to collectors, designers, galleries, museums, and film\/TV production buyers\u003cbr data-start=\"4996\" data-end=\"4999\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-start=\"5001\" data-end=\"5032\"\u003eSound long-term acquisition\u003c\/strong\u003e within a stable and established international market\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"cde53e37-bf08-4d06-961b-09bec3cdfbee\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-1-thinking\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/thread-bottom-container relative isolate z-10 w-full basis-auto has-data-has-thread-error:pt-2 has-data-has-thread-error:[box-shadow:var(--sharp-edge-bottom-shadow)] md:border-transparent md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:dark:border-transparent content-fade single-line flex flex-col\" id=\"thread-bottom-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-token-text-secondary relative mt-auto flex min-h-8 w-full items-center justify-center p-2 text-center text-xs md:px-[60px]\"\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5339\" data-start=\"5336\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3622\" data-start=\"3609\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3732\" data-start=\"3623\"\u003eWorldwide Shipping Available — Professionally packaged and fully insured for secure international delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3864\" data-start=\"3734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3862\" data-start=\"3734\"\u003eAvailable exclusively through Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD — Inquire now to secure this unique piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"5557\" data-end=\"5560\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7541\" data-end=\"7783\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40166908068012,"sku":"k347","price":28000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/watercolour-chirping-song-thrush-bird-by-charles-frederick-tunnicliffe-obe-ra-510485.jpg?v=1694962930","url":"https:\/\/cheshireantiquesconsultantltd.com\/en-beeubelgium\/products\/song-thrush-bird-watercolour-by-charles-f-tunnicliffe-obe-ra","provider":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}