William Somerville Shanks (British, 1864-1951). "Poppies", watercolor on paper, signed lower left. Still life painting depicting an arrangement of pink, red, and white poppies in a white porcelain pitcher bearing painted flowers, the pitcher set on a white surface in front of a blush colored field. Verso of structure with partially obscured period label "Jas. McClure & Son Fine Art Dealers" of 130 Wellington Street, Glasgow noting painting title and artist's name. Second handwritten paper label to verso "Name & address of LENDER/ Mr. R.K. Shanks, 4 Moor Avenue, HALTON, LEEDS". Framed approximately 25.5" x 20.75". Sight size approximately 15.75" x 11.625".

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