Contemporary British Watercolor Print – The Cabbage Hall, Breck Road by Frank Selby (1999)
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Introducing a captivating portrayal of British charm, 'The Cabbage Hall, Breck Road' watercolor print by Frank Selby is a framed scene that transports us into a rainy day in 1999 Liverpool. This signed print elegantly captures the quintessential street life anchored by the iconic Cabbage Hall pub.
Created amidst the vibrant cultural tapestries of late 20th-century Britain, this piece resonates with locals for whom the pub has played a silent witness to decades of community tales. While not an original artwork, it captures the essence of a time and place dear to those familiar with the locale.
The print adorns a sturdy wooden frame, its reproduction qualities showcased through a watermark flawless in color. Printed on paper, the craftsmanship speaks more to mass production than artisan brushwork, indicated by unwavering lines and consistent hues.
Currently exhibited in excellent condition, this print retains its clear signature and intact frame. Free from the ravages of time, with no visible discoloration or wear, it remains beautifully preserved, offering a glimpse into its past.
Authenticity in art is often a dialogue between perception and facts. Here, a prestigious 85% authenticity score assures us of its validity as a signed print, though its status as a reproduction commands modest market interest. At auction, it might fetch between £20 to £40 — a delightful encounter with nostalgia at a reasonable price. Thank you for sharing in the appreciation of this evocative slice of British life captured for posterity.
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Item Report
Contemporary British Watercolor Print – The Cabbage Hall, Breck Road by Frank Selby (1999)
Condition:Excellent (well-framed, no visible damage or discoloration, appears well-preserved)
Value:£20–£40 GBP (auction estimate for an open edition signed print, not original art)
Maker's Marks / Writing:Signature lower right: 'Frank Selby 1999'. Printed title below image: 'The Cabbage Hall, Breck Road'. Copyright notice at lower left corner: 'Copyright Frank Green' (may indicate photographer or publisher involvement).
Date:2025-07-18 00:04:12.790761
Description:
A framed contemporary watercolor print titled 'The Cabbage Hall, Breck Road,' depicting a street scene in the UK with the Cabbage Hall public house at its center. The scene shows a rainy roadway, vehicles, classic buildings, and street furniture. The work is signed by artist Frank Selby and dated 1999. It appears to be an open edition or limited reproduction print, not an original watercolor.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This is a contemporary signed print of a local British street scene painted by Frank Selby in 1999, showing the recognizable Cabbage Hall pub on Breck Road. Such prints are primarily of local nostalgic or decorative value, rather than of significant art market interest. The piece is handsomely framed and well-presented, appealing to those with a personal connection to the location.
Individual Images:
The secondary image provides a close-up of the artist's signature ('Frank Selby 1999')
confirming the attribution. The crispness of the print and uniform coloring also suggest it's a reproduction
not a hand-painted original. The primary image reveals no significant wear to the print or frame.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Excellent (well-framed, no visible damage or discoloration, appears well-preserved)
Identification Score: 98%
The work's title, location, artist's clear signature, and date are all visible, allowing for near-certain identification.
Authenticity Score: 85%
The signature is clear and the print appears professionally produced; however, as a print (not an original watercolor), it may be part of an open or limited run. There is little doubt regarding the authenticity of the work as a signed print, but this does not make it a unique work of art.
Image Memory Note
The image shows a well-presented, medium-sized watercolor print in a wooden frame with gold accents. The title at the bottom reads 'The Cabbage Hall, Breck Road', depicting a gently curving street with the Cabbage Hall pub and brick residential/commercial buildings typical of the UK. Vehicles and street signs confirm a contemporary setting. The lower right bears a clear black ink signature 'Frank Selby 1999.' The lower left includes 'Copyright Frank Green.' The second photo confirms the signature and title details. No visible damage, tears, or stains.
Keywords
Contemporary, British Art, Watercolor Print, Frank Selby, Cabbage Hall, Breck Road, 1999, Liverpool, Street Scene, United Kingdom
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