Spyridon Scarvelli (Greek, 1862 - 1942)

A warm idyl depicting fishermen toiling in tranquil waters before the Old Fortress of Corfu, beyond the last warmth of the setting sun dissipates, watercolour, signed, in card mount and parcel-gilt frame under glass, 35 cm x 50 cm overall

[ Spyridon Scarvelli was born on the island of Corfu and studied at The Corfu School of Art, continuing his studies in Trieste and Rome. On his return to Corfu, he worked with other artists on the fresco in the Achilleion - the summer residence of Empress Elisabeth of Bavaria.

For a period Scarvelli lived in Egypt, a land inspiring many of his works. Working predominantly in watercolour he is characterised by his exploration of light and colour, and his ability to capture the warmth of his subject matter.

His work is found in many public and private collections, notably: The National Gallery, Athens, The Athens Municipal Gallery, The Municipal Gallery of Corfu, The Municipal Gallery of Rhodes and The National Bank of Greece. ]