Lot # 30 - Ann Rutter Original Watercolor "Storybook Switzerland" $800

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 08-Jun-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 15-Jun-2026 7:29:00 PM
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“Storybook Switzerland”is an original watercolor by Anne Rutter, capturing an idyllic alpine village nestled beneath towering snow‑capped peaks. Rutter’s soft washes and gentle detailing bring out the charm of red‑roofed chalets, mist drifting through the valley, and evergreens framing a terrace overlooking the mountains. Her palette of cool blues, greens, and warm earth tones creates a serene, almost fairytale atmosphere—an inviting, picturesque scene that reflects her talent for rendering peaceful landscapes with warmth and clarity.


Artist Bio — Anne (Ann) Rutter (1933–2014)

Anne Rutter was a beloved Pacific Northwest watercolorist known for her gentle, atmospheric depictions of landscapes, gardens, coastal scenes, and quiet architectural corners. Based in Edmonds, Washington, she developed a distinctive style rooted in memory, place, and the soft luminosity of watercolor.

Rutter began painting after taking a class at Edmonds Community College, continuing her development through workshops and private study. Over her forty‑year career, she exhibited widely throughout the region and earned recognition from the Seattle Boat Show, the Edmonds Art Festival, and multiple Northwest arts organizations. Her work is held in both corporate and private collections across the Pacific Northwest.


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