Adam's IMPORTANT IRISH ART 30TH MARCH 2022

64 42 WILLIAM JOHN LEECH RHA (1881-1938) Tug on the Thames Oil on board, 13 x 20cm (5 x 7¾’’) Signed € 3,000 - 5,000 This is one of a series of works painted by Leech of the Thames around the Billingsgate area in London, painted from 1939 onwards. The view of the quays and the tug from under the arch of a bridge is offset by the dominant horizontal of a further bridge beyond. The swell of the icy water is captured in strong brushstrokes in tones of grey and blue. These works are evocative of Monet’s views of Westminster, seen in muted tones and captured in atmospheric light.