More and larger photos in a day or so.

RARE-FIND: 2 paintings

Offered here is a stunning and RARE matched PAIR of expertly painted colonial watercolours by listed artist, George Frederick Gregory (1821-1887). Gregory painted a small number of New Zealand views at Lake Rotomahana, the Devil's Caldron Near Tongariro, and Auckland etc.

~ Offered here for quick sale but may do better in a room auction.

THE VIEWS: Are believed to be of Lake Rotomahana possibly with an erupting snow-caped Mt Tarewera and other volcanoes in the distance and a rowboat in foreground of the first watercolour. it could also be Lake Tarewara.

The second watercolour shows an extensive snowed mountain range on the far side of the lake with a yacht and fern trees in the foreground.

Both signed G.F. Gregory, lower left.

DATE: Estimated to be circa 1850 or mid 19th century so prior to the famous volcanic eruption of 1886.

SIZE: Approximately 210 x 340mm and 195 x 340mm.

CONDITION: Excellent. NO foxing, soiling, toning, tears, repairs. Laid on card, unframed.

REFREENCE: https://auctions.leonardjoel.com.au/asp/fullCatalogue.asp?salelot=LJ8116 +++10+&refno=40371815&saletype=

(attributed to his son, but I believe done by the father).

https://www.internationalartcentre.co.nz/auctions/catalogue/201503/LY30377/Browns-Bay-Auckland

https://www.mossgreen.com.au/m/lot-details/index/catalog/188/lot/91255/GEROGE-FREDERICK-GREGORY