Alan Bramley's "Water Water" featuring a kingfisher on a partly submerged wheelbarrow was inspired by the Australian floods and he said he should have had added to the title "And Not a Fish To Catch".
He prefered the rustic style and latterly he liked to do misty scenes because "no-one else seemed to be doing them."
In recent years he sought to record his art and in particular the stories behind them, writing on the back of his art works in some detail. This gives an interesting insight into has thinking and vast store of experiences.
He painted extensively about his experience in the Korean War believing New Zealand troops never gained enough recognition for their role. Ten of these have been gifted to the Waiouru War Museum by the family but several remain for the auction.
Other paintings include landscapes, 19th century logging, farming, nature, family life and historic events.
There are 61 paintings for sale.
Those wishing to bid can view the Collection on Facebook at JR Boyden Auctions Ltd of Dannevirke.net where a bidding form can be downloaded.
The auction will conclude at 4pm on Thursday November 30. For any queries please contact Craig Boyden 027 443 2738 or Graeme Thomson 027 450 7681.
