Description

This beautifully painted Woodland Waterfall scene is an original oil on canvas signed by the artist R. Danford, a painter associated with the British landscape tradition of the late 20th century. Works attributed to Danford appear in UK collections and regional sales, often celebrated for their calm, naturalistic compositions and gentle realism. This piece is a lovely example of that approach: a peaceful woodland setting, a cascading waterfall, and soft light filtering through the trees, all rendered with confident brushwork and a keen eye for atmosphere.

Painted during the 1970s, the artwork reflects a time when many British artists returned to landscapes.
They favored scenes of countryside, woodland, and water as an antidote to rapid modernization. Danford’s work sits comfortably within this movement, offering a timeless, restorative view of nature.

The painting uses oil on canvas, which adds depth, texture, and richness to the flowing water and foliage. The colours remain vivid and harmonious, with a pleasing balance of greens, blues, and warm earth tones. It is presented in its original wooden frame, which complements the artwork’s character and displays beautifully on the wall.

Dimensions:

Height: 58 cm,

Length: 69 cm,

Width: 4 cm.