This is an original signed watercolour painting by British artist John Hanson, titled “A Glimpse of St. Dunstan’s, Cranbrook.” Beautifully framed and double-mounted, the work captures a lively town scene in the heart of Kent, centred on the historic St. Dunstan’s Church — affectionately known as the Cathedral of the Weald.
Hanson’s composition blends fine architectural rendering with charmingly loose figures in the foreground, evoking the rhythm of everyday life in a quintessential English market town. The warm golden stone of the church tower, with its distinctive clock and perpendicular Gothic features, rises between Georgian and timber-framed buildings. The scene is animated by smartly dressed pedestrians and a traditional parish noticeboard, all painted in Hanson’s instantly recognisable palette of soft washes and confident linework.
John Hanson is known for his accomplished townscapes, particularly of the South East of England, and this example is a fine representation of his mature style — bright, inviting, and full of local character. The painting is signed in the lower right corner and titled in the artist’s hand at the base. It is presented under mount and housed in a simple, elegant gilt frame ready to hang.
Whether as a collector of regional art or a local resident of the Weald, this piece offers not only a slice of Cranbrook’s architectural charm but also a well-balanced work of watercolour craftsmanship from a respected mid–late 20th century English artist.
It is in excellent condition - lovely professional framing with double cream mount, light golden wood frame and glazed. Ready for hanging. Smallest signs of age and wear, commensurate. The painting itself is in excellent condition. All in all a wonderful local piece of vintage art - perfect someone from the area or someone keen on the artist or genuine artworks.
Size L 48cm x 38cm frame, 30cm x 21cm aperture all approx
