A rare JMW Turner watercolour is set to fetch up to £600,000 at auction, demonstrating the enduring popularity of the British artist. The painting, titled Untitled (Lake of Lucerne), is one of a series of watercolours that Turner created during his final tours of Switzerland in 1841.
Since Turner's death in 1851, his watercolours from these tours have become some of his most celebrated and highly prized works on paper. The series is considered a significant addition to the Turner oeuvre, showcasing the artist's unique ability to capture the play of light and colour on water.
Untitled (Lake of Lucerne) is expected to be sold at a Christie's auction in London, with an estimated price range of £400,000 to £600,000. The sale is a testament to Turner's continued influence on British art and his ability to inspire new generations of artists and collectors.
The painting can be viewed online and is also available in a forthcoming Christie's exhibition in London. However, the exact date and time of the auction are yet to be confirmed by the auction house.
Turner's work has been widely recognised in the UK, with numerous awards and accolades, including several BAFTA nominations for his films and a BRIT Award for Best British Film for The Blue Planet, a series in which his artwork was featured. His films and artwork can be streamed on various platforms, including the BBC iPlayer and Netflix UK.
The sale of Untitled (Lake of Lucerne) is expected to attract significant attention from art collectors and enthusiasts, as well as Turner scholars and enthusiasts. The painting's sale will provide a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire a rare and highly prized work by one of Britain's most celebrated artists.