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About Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® Independent British Fine Art & Antiques Dealers | Historic Paintings, Portraiture, Sporting Art & Decorative Arts Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is an independent, family-run British fine art and antiques dealership and online gallery, incorporated in England and Wales on 22 April 2024 under company registration number 15666518. Led by directors Michael and Victoria, the company specialises in carefully selected British and European paintings, sculpture and decorative arts, serving private collectors, galleries, interior designers, art consultants and institutional buyers throughout the United Kingdom and internationally. With our registered office in Covent Garden, London, and trading operations based in Cheshire, we combine historical research, considered attribution, detailed condition reporting and professional customer service. 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Harmony in Form: Edward Carter Preston’s Cubist Still Life, Domestic Kitchen Geometry Edward

REF: LA548987
£8,500
€10,190
$11,377
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Description
Harmony in Form: Edward Carter Preston’s Cubist Still Life, Domestic Kitchen Geometry Edward Carter Preston (1886–1965) Subject & Medium Medium: Watercolour on paper In Domestic Kitchen Geometry — Jug, Pot & Bottle: A Cubist Study, Edward Carter Preston reimagines the poetry of domestic still life through the structured language of Cubist geometry. A jug, pot, spoon, and bottle — the most familiar of household forms — become part of a measured dialogue between light, line, and space. Preston’s sculptural discipline infuses the composition: each shape is defined with precision yet softened by the translucency of watercolour. His technique balances architectural logic with emotional restraint, allowing the ordinary to feel profound. This is not merely a study of objects — it is a meditation on proportion, calm, and design. Preston elevates the domestic still life into an art of quiet intelligence and enduring grace. Composition & Technique Preston composes with geometric discipline and lyrical control. The objects unfold through overlapping ellipses, cylinders, and angular planes — their boundaries blending in gentle tension. The jug and pot provide visual weight The bottle anchors the vertical rhythm The spoon bridges foreground and form His brushwork is both technical and expressive: Layered transparent washes create the illusion of volume and atmosphere Fine linear outlines define structure while maintaining softness Gradual tonal modulation replaces heavy shadow, evoking natural light Colour Palette: Refined and harmonious — ochres and sand tones evoke earthenware warmth; celadon and pale teal add freshness; soft greys and muted blues bring composure and spatial depth. These tonal harmonies reflect the measured serenity of modernism, yet the mood remains human — calm, balanced, contemplative. Preston’s geometry becomes a vessel for emotion: a visual hymn to simplicity, structure, and peace. About the Artist Edward Carter Preston (1886–1965) was one of Britain’s most gifted and multifaceted artists. Born in Liverpool and trained at the Liverpool School of Art, he became celebrated as a sculptor, painter, and medallist. He achieved national recognition as the creator of the First World War memorial plaques (the “Dead Man’s Penny”) and for his monumental carvings and reliefs at Liverpool Cathedral, commissioned by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott. Though known primarily for sculpture, his painting and design work reveal a lifelong fascination with form, proportion, and harmony. His 1920s watercolours, such as this, capture a quieter, more reflective side — balancing analytical structure with emotional warmth. Signature Initialled E.Cr.P. lower left — a discreet and deliberate mark, consistent with Preston’s elegant compositional discipline. Framing Frame Dimensions: 80.5 cm (W) × 66.5 cm (H) × 5 cm (D) Presented in a Larson-Juhl distressed-finish rustic frame, chosen to echo the painting’s warm tonal palette and geometric design. The frame features an applied distressed surface with deliberate chipped and cracked detailing, enhancing its antique aesthetic and complementing the painting’s timeless modernist warmth. Fitted with AR70 museum-quality anti-reflective glass, providing: 99% UV protection Brilliant clarity with minimal glare Museum-grade preservation for longevity The frame’s textured, timeworn finish harmonises beautifully with the artwork’s balance of structure, depth, and quiet humanity. Provenance From a relative of the artist Direct family provenance — never previously offered for sale Label verso from a notable North West auction house, confirming professional handling and documentation Curated and catalogued by Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd Exhibited at the Famous Lord Hill Museum, among British modernist and interwar works This impeccable provenance provides both art-historical credibility and collector confidence, affirming the work’s authenticity and exhibition pedigree. Why You’ll Love It Domestic Kitchen Geometry embodies harmony, intellect, and serenity — a painting as measured as it is moving. You’ll love it for its: Refined geometry softened by luminous colour Modernist balance with a human touch Rare, direct family provenance Elegant museum-level framing and conservation Quiet emotion and timeless sophistication A masterpiece of stillness — the poetry of proportion made visible. Add this Cubist watercolour masterpiece by Edward Carter Preston to your collection today. For more hand-picked treasures, explore our gallery: Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD. Questions are always welcome — please feel free to get in touch.
measurements
Height:
66.5 cm
Width:
80.5 cm
Depth:
5 mm
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the Harmony in Form: Edward Carter Preston’s Cubist Still Life, Domestic Kitchen Geometry Edward (LA548987) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1925
condition
Condition Good overall condition. Clean, stable pigments with full chromatic integrity. The paper shows signs of aging in some areas, with mild discolouration — slightly yellowed or browned — indicating natural oxidation or light exposure over time. Professionally mounted and conservation-framed with acid-free materials and AR70 glass. Ready for immediate display.
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1925
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