This signed limited edition print titled The Mill Pond Stockbridge by Marty Bell captures a romantic English countryside cottage scene with soft tonal transitions and reflective water detail. Offered by Craze Furniture, this 1986 hand signed example number 235 of 500 includes its original certificate of authenticity and presents as a classic late twentieth century decorative fine art print. The peaceful pond reflection and thatched cottage composition make it especially appealing for traditional, cottagecore, and English country interiors.
Detailed Description:
This is a limited edition fine art reproduction after an original oil painting by Marty Bell. The lower margin shows:
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Copyright Marty Bell 1986 within the image
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Hand written edition number 235 of 500
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Hand signed Marty Bell in pencil
The accompanying certificate of authenticity confirms:
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Title: The Mill Pond Stockbridge
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Printed by Ultracolor Inc January 1987
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Edition size of 550 total impressions including 50 artist proofs
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Hand signed and numbered by the artist
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Printing plates destroyed after production
The image depicts a thatched roof cottage beside a tranquil pond with strong mirror reflection, flowering garden detail, and soft atmospheric background trees. The composition aligns with Marty Bell’s highly recognizable romantic English pastoral style.
Marty Bell is a commercially successful decorative artist known for cottage and countryside scenes widely sold through galleries and print distributors in the 1980s and 1990s. While not a blue chip fine artist, his signed limited editions maintain steady decorative demand.
The piece is professionally double matted in blue tones and housed in a wood frame measuring approximately 25.5 x 21.5 inches overall.
Condition Report:
Print surface appears clean with no visible tears or foxing from front inspection. Mats show minimal age toning. Frame displays light surface wear consistent with age. Certificate of authenticity remains affixed to backing. Overall presentation is clean and display ready.
Measurements:
Overall framed size: 25.5 inches wide x 21.5 inches high
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