Lot #227: Lithograph of a Drawing by the Canadian artist Richard Dinnis Wilson (1920–1994) #1

Lithograph of a Drawing by the Canadian artist Richard Dinnis Wilson (1920–1994) #1 This artwork is a lithograph of an original charcoal and ink drawing by the Canadian artist Richard Dinnis Wilson (1920–1994). Lithograph: approximately 15 x 13 inches (approximately 38 x 33 cm). The Artist: Richard Dinnis Wilson Born in Montreal, Wilson was an architect and artist celebrated for his documentary-style cityscapes. Historical Impact: His work is widely credited with helping "save" Old Montreal. His detailed sketches captured the area's deteriorating historic architecture in the early 1960s, sparking a restoration movement and the creation of the Viger Commission to protect the city's heritage. Notable Publications: Most of his famous Montreal sketches were featured in the 1964 book The Living Past of Montreal (Le Passé Vivant de Montréal), a collaboration with author Eric McLean. Style: His art is characterized by architectural precision and atmospheric depth. He often used charcoal, watercolor, or dry-brush techniques to capture the interplay of light and complex details like crisscrossing telephone lines. The Artwork This specific piece depicts a street scene in Old Montreal, likely from his prominent early 1960s series. Subject: View of De Maisonneuve Street. Medium: This is a lithograph reproduction of a charcoal and ink original. Date: While this lithograph is dated 1961, the main series for The Living Past of Montreal was executed between 1960 and 1964. Wilson’s work remains highly valued as both fine art and a vital historical record of Montreal's pre-modern urban landscape. All information provided herein is considered accurate. It is the buyer's responsibility to verify its accurateness. As shown and as is. The pictures are part of the description. Pickup category timeslot {A}