‘Old Time Harborough’ Original 30cm x 30cm Acrylic Painting
£200.00
Old Time Harborough 30cm x 30cm Painting
Acrylic painting on paper, mounted in cream with a black frame; external dimensions 44 x 44cm
Inspiration behind the Painting
Allie Whelan’s acrylic painting ‘Old Time Harborough’ offers a nostalgic glimpse into Market Harborough’s industrial past, blending her trademark expressive style with a Lowry-esque charm that celebrates a time of simpler living. This evocative work reimagines the Heart of Harborough through a vintage lens — a place of quiet industry, community connection, and timeless beauty.
While unmistakably an Allie Whelan original, Old Time Harborough departs from her usual vivid palette to embrace muted autumnal tones and the soft haze of coal-fired smog, evoking the atmosphere of the town’s working heritage. The familiar landmarks of Market Harborough are gently transformed, their outlines softened by warm, nostalgic light and the bustle of everyday life from a bygone era.
Through her layered brushstrokes and balanced composition, Allie captures both the spirit of industry and the warmth of community — a moment suspended between progress and simplicity. The piece stands as a heartfelt tribute to Harborough’s enduring character and the generations who helped shape its story.
Old Time Harborough is a poignant and atmospheric addition to Allie’s Market Harborough series — a painting that connects past and present, inviting viewers to reflect on the town’s heritage, humanity, and enduring charm.
Perfect for those who love art with a sense of history, this piece brings depth, warmth, and storytelling to any home or collection.
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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.