Lot #219: Bev Hagan (Canadian, 20th Century) Original Abstract Botanical Watercolor, Framed

Artist: Bev Hagan (Canadian, 20th Century). The artist is well-regarded for her mid-to-late 20th-century watercolor works and was a former executive member and Show Chair for the Toronto Watercolour Society. Medium: Watercolor on paper. Subject: An atmospheric, abstract landscape study of marshland flora featuring delicate cattails and seed pods layered over soft, bleeding washes of dusty blue, peach, and earthen brown. Signature: Signed "Bev Hagan" by the artist's hand. Dimensions: Approximately 38 x 30 inches (Total framed size). Condition Report: Artwork: The watercolor painting itself appears clean with vibrant color preservation and no apparent signs of direct damage. Matting & Frame: Notable water staining present on the double-matting in the bottom right-hand corner. The slim metallic gold-toned frame shows some wear at the top left corner along with minor surface scratches consistent with age and handling. Artist History: Bev Hagan (who has also historically signed/worked under the name Bev Rodin) was highly active in the Ontario art community during the 1980s and 1990s. Her role as Show Chair for the Toronto Watercolour Society underlines her classic grounding in the medium, prioritizing soft transparent layers and texturing techniques popular among mid-to-late 20th-century Canadian abstractionists. Value Upside: The primary detractor from this piece's value is the cosmetic water staining on the matboard. Because the watercolor paper itself appears unaffected, a buyer who chooses to strip the old matting and install a fresh acid-free layout can significantly restore the aesthetic value and long-term preservation of the artwork. Pickup category timeslot {A}