‘Old Time Swans’ Original 30cm x 30cm Acrylic Painting
£200.00
Old Time Swans 30cm x 30cm Painting
Acrylic painting on paper, mounted in white with a white frame; external dimensions 44 x 44cm
Inspiration behind the Painting
Allie Whelan’s acrylic painting ‘Old Time Swans’ captures a nostalgic view of the iconic facade of the Three Swans looking past the Red Cow from Church Street. Inspired by the Lowry-esque simplicity of industrial-era scenes, this evocative artwork celebrates a moment in Harborough’s past — a time defined by craftsmanship, community, and the quiet beauty of everyday life.
Retaining Allie’s signature vibrancy yet softened through a palette of muted, autumnal tones, Old Time Swans conveys the atmosphere of a coal-fired townscape, where gentle hints of smog and light create depth and nostalgia. The simplified architectural forms and expressive brushwork reflect Allie’s ability to blend historical storytelling with her contemporary artistic voice.
Viewed from Church Street, this timeless composition evokes both heritage and humanity, transforming a well-known Harborough scene into a moving tribute to the town’s enduring character. As with her companion piece Old Time Harborough, this work connects viewers to a simpler era, where the rhythms of daily life were slower but no less rich in meaning.
Old Time Swans is a warm, evocative addition to Allie’s Market Harborough series — a piece that balances nostalgia, artistry, and local pride. Perfect for those who love Harborough’s heritage, it brings a sense of place, memory, and gentle beauty to any home or collection.
Fine Art Giclee Prints are professionally produced here in Market Harborough by ‘On the Edge Framers and Printers’ in a range of sizes on beautifully high quality 300gsm studio expression textured matt paper. Colours are guaranteed not to fade as they use the latest glicee print technology, and all prints are exclusive to this website / my studio in Leicestershire.
All fine art prints are supplied unframed, but if you have a specific framing requirement please do message me via the contact page.
If you would like to chat with Allie about creating your own bespoke painting, please to get in touch using the contact page.
Here are some things you might like to think about before getting in touch:
Subject Matter: Allie can capture any subject matter; your favourite pet, family members, your home, business, town, village, church or school, or favourite holiday scene, your garden or happiest memory. Give some thought to what you would like included in the painting, and what the focus of the piece needs to be for you.
Timings: Ideally Allie will need a few weeks to complete a commission but please be clear about a deadline if the painting is for a special event, and she will try to accommodate.
Size and shape: Consider where the painting will hang (if you know). How large is the space, would a square or rectangular painting fit well? And would a mounted and framed piece suit the décor better than a canvas or wooden panel? Framing can be arranged for paintings on paper, canvas and wooden panels so the choice really is a matter of personal preference.
Who is the painting for? Consider your / the recipient’s style and preferences; is a bold and modern style more appropriate, or representational/traditional, or is there a favourite colour for a background for example? View Allie’s work across the website to take influence and direction if helpful.
The process:
- Chat to agree subject matter, size, style, framing options, price, deposit (the deposit will cover all materials including frame if required) timings etc.
- Allie works from photographs and/or sketches. If there are clear and well-lit photographs available they may suffice, otherwise Allie will need to take photos or make sketches.
- Allie will the composition to you to ensure you are happy with the layout and proportions of the painting.
- Update photos will be sent as the painting progresses.
- Upon completion Allie will arrange for the painting to be framed, packaged and shipped and final payment will be requested.