Donald Greig, Berwick Street Market, Soho, London

This vibrant 20th-century watercolour by British artist Donald Greig (1916-2009) is abundant with the delights of Berwick Street Market in Soho, London. The hustle and bustle of traders is captured adroitly as they arrange their stalls. While numerous shoppers clutch bags and head towards their wares. Note also the upright trolley, which cleverly anchors the composition.

Berwick Street Market dates back to the 18th century and today offers visitors an eclectic mix of street food and stalls.

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Medium: Watercolour
Overall size: 30½” x 23½” / 78cm x 60cm
Year of creation: c. 1970
Condition: Artwork presents well. Frame with some light wear.
Artist’s auction highlight: £2,523 achieved for a bronze in 2018.

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Donald Greig, Berwick Street Market, Soho, London

Donald Greig, Berwick Street Market, Soho, London

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