{"product_id":"large-architectural-watercolor-of-la-porte-guillaume-chartres-cathedral-by-neil-stuart-crichton-1854-1913","title":"Large Architectural Watercolor of La Porte Guillaume, Chartres Cathedral by Neil Stuart Crichton (1854–1913)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eA beautifully rendered and atmospheric architectural watercolor depicting La Porte Guillaume in Chartres, with the soaring twin spires of Chartres Cathedral rising in the distance. Executed by British artist Neil Stuart Crichton, known for his romanticized European cityscapes, the composition captures a quiet moment along the river with figures, a passing boat, and a horse-drawn wagon crossing the medieval bridge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe palette is soft and subdued, with delicate washes and fine architectural detailing that lend a sense of depth and age to the scene. The fortified gate, stone bridge, and surrounding buildings are rendered with a balance of precision and painterly softness, characteristic of Crichton’s work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNotably large in scale, this piece makes a striking decorative statement and is well-suited for anchoring a traditional or European-inspired interior.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEra:\u003cbr\u003eLate 19th to early 20th century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance:\u003cbr\u003eBritish artist, depicting a French architectural subject (Chartres, France) \u003cbr\u003eNeil Stuart Crichton (British, 1854–1913)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: \u003cbr\u003eWatercolor on canvas-textured artist’s board, laid down\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e34.5” H x 46.75” W (framed)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisclaimers: \u003cbr\u003ePresented in a substantial gilt frame. The artwork is mounted to a rigid support, consistent with period practices for larger works. Visible age-related wear including light toning, spotting, and some backing deterioration to the reverse. Overall stable and displays beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48410501349631,"sku":null,"price":1150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/8780\/4927\/files\/cf7eba8b-177c-4247-8024-119cf8552681.png?v=1776609225","url":"https:\/\/forthelouvreofantiques.com\/products\/large-architectural-watercolor-of-la-porte-guillaume-chartres-cathedral-by-neil-stuart-crichton-1854-1913","provider":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}