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Frank Wasley Watercolour ‘ Windsor Castle from the River Thames’
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Frank Wasley Watercolour ‘ Windsor Castle from the River Thames’

1900 - 1920
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Frank Wasley 1854-1930.Born in Peckham South London,Frank Wasley was a painter,watercolourist and draughtsman who specialised in coastal landscapes,marine subjects and seascapes with a particular penchant for atmospheric views of Venice.Trained as a musician, he only took up painting and drawing around 1875,without the benefit of a formal artistic education.A great admirer of Turner,Wasley was mainly active between 1880 and 1914,exhibiting at the Royal Academy and various provincial galleries.One of his first exhibited works ‘ Evening on the Esk’ was purchased by the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool’. ‘ Windsor Castle from The River Thames ‘ signed watercolour, image size 36x53cms,framed dimensions 64.5x80cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
64.5cm (25.39")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Graham Reed Fine Art has dated this Frank Wasley Watercolour Painting to the 1910s.

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SA1018127
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Frank Wasley 1854-1930.Born in Peckham South London,Frank Wasley was a painter,watercolourist and draughtsman who specialised in coastal landscapes,marine subjects and seascapes with a particular penchant for atmospheric views of Venice.
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Trained as a musician, he only took up painting and drawing around 1875,without the benefit of a formal artistic education.
Graham Reed Fine Art

A great admirer of Turner,Wasley was mainly active between 1880 and 1914,exhibiting at the Royal Academy and various provincial galleries.One of his first exhibited works ‘ Evening on the Esk’ was purchased by the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool’. ‘ Windsor Castle from The River Thames ‘ signed watercolour, image size 36x53cms,framed dimensions 64.5x80cms.

Height
64.5cm (25.39")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Graham Reed Fine Art has dated this Frank Wasley Watercolour Painting to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1018127
Graham Reed Fine Art
Graham Reed Fine Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2017

Previously I worked in london as a chartered surveyor and have been dealing in paintings for nearly thirty years.

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An atmospheric British watercolour painting depicting figures in a small boat on the River Thames with Windsor Castle visible in the misty background.
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Archive I An atmospheric British watercolour painting depicting figures in a small boat on the River Thames with Windsor Castle visible in the misty background.

Frank Wasley Watercolour ‘ Windsor Castle from the River Thames’

Archive II An atmospheric British watercolour painting depicting figures in a small boat on the River Thames with Windsor Castle visible in the misty background. View II
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An atmospheric British watercolour painting depicting figures in a small boat on the River Thames with Windsor Castle visible in the misty background.
FRANK WASLEY WATERCOLOUR ‘ WINDSOR CASTLE FROM THE RIVER THAMES’
Ref: SA1018127
An atmospheric British watercolour painting depicting figures in a small boat on the River Thames with Windsor Castle visible in the misty background.
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  • ObjectFine Art
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian Impressionism
  • MaterialWatercolour on Paper
  • ColourMuted Blue and Grey
  • MotifsAtmospheric washes, River Thames scene, Soft diffuse light, Figures in boat
  • SizeH 64.5 cm (25 in) x W 80 cm (31 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

This signed watercolour on paper by Frank Wasley originates from 1910 during the Victorian Impressionism period. Rendered in muted blue and grey tones, the atmospheric work depicts figures in a small boat on the River Thames with Windsor Castle visible in the misty background. The composition employs soft diffuse washes of light over water and vegetation, capturing a quiet rural scene. The framed piece measures 64.5 cm high, 80 cm wide, and 2.5 cm deep. Positioned in an English Country House design scheme, the fine art piece suits placement above the mantel in a living room, study, or hallway. The artwork brings historical character and gentle marine scenery to interior walls without overwhelming existing furnishings.

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Late 19th-century British landscape painting often emphasised atmospheric perspective, light, and weather conditions, heavily influenced by the Romantic movement and artists like J.M.W. Turner. Watercolour was widely adopted due to its fluid quality, allowing painters to capture fleeting luminous effects over water and mist.

Artists used ground mineral and organic pigments mixed with gum arabic, applied in thin washes over heavy rag paper. Techniques often involved layering washes, dry brushing, and occasionally adding bodycolour or gouache to create highlights and depth.

Authentication relies on examining artist signatures, period-appropriate paper types, natural ageing signs such as light foxing, and the specific brush technique or palette characteristic of the documented artist.

A classic landscape watercolour pairs well with traditional gilt or simple dark wood frames, hung against neutral or deep-toned walls to highlight light tones. Placing fine art above a mantelpiece or within a curated gallery wall creates a clear focal point.

Watercolours must be displayed out of direct sunlight under UV-protective glass to prevent pigment fading. Maintain a stable indoor humidity level and ensure acid-free mounting materials are used to avoid paper discolouration.
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