This watercolour piece depicts the iconic twin mountain peaks rising above the coastal landscape. Phillips' masterful watercolour skill captures their majestic presence, spotlighting British Columbia’s dramatic terrain. The Lions is as a natural landmark, symbolising Vancouver’s connection to its mountainous surroundings.
Walter J. Phillips (1884–1963) was a master of woodblock printing and watercolour, known for his fine depictions of Canadian landscapes, particularly in the Prairies and Rocky Mountains, influencing printmaking in Canada.
