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Pair Georgian Romantic Ruin Paintings
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Pair Georgian Romantic Ruin Paintings

18th century
Description

This ROMANTIC PAIR OF GEORGIAN PAINTINGS OF ARCHITECTURAL RUINS date from circa 1820.

They have chased ormolu mounts within papier-mâché frames. Both bear an original paper label to the back for MIERS, Miniature Frame Manufacturer, Strand, London.

One hanging ring has been replaced at some time.

The pictures are in original condition.

Dimensions of Frames:

Height: 7.5 inches (19 cm)

Width: 9 inches (23 cm)

Express delivery within the UK is included. We ship Worldwide and are happy to quote for Overseas Shipping on request.

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
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Shaun King Antiques has dated these Georgian Romantic Ruin Paintings to the Georgian era.

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SA1021123
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Description
This ROMANTIC PAIR OF GEORGIAN PAINTINGS OF ARCHITECTURAL RUINS date from circa 1820.

They have chased ormolu mounts within papier-mâché frames.

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Both bear an original paper label to the back for MIERS, Miniature Frame Manufacturer, Strand, London.
Shaun King Antiques
fig 1. A pair of small Georgian paintings depicting architectural ruins in daylight and moonlight, set within wide ebonised frames with gilded borders and hanging chains.
fig 1. Pair Georgian Romantic Ruin Paintings

One hanging ring has been replaced at some time.

The pictures are in original condition.

Dimensions of Frames:

Height: 7.5 inches (19 cm)

Width: 9 inches (23 cm)

Express delivery within the UK is included. We ship Worldwide and are happy to quote for Overseas Shipping on request.

Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Shaun King Antiques has dated these Georgian Romantic Ruin Paintings to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1021123
Shaun King Antiques
Shaun King Antiques
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Third generation antiques dealer selling a wide range of large and small antiques pre 1920.

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Archive I A pair of small Georgian paintings depicting architectural ruins in daylight and moonlight, set within wide ebonised frames with gilded borders and hanging chains.

Pair Georgian Romantic Ruin Paintings

Archive II A pair of small Georgian paintings depicting architectural ruins in daylight and moonlight, set within wide ebonised frames with gilded borders and hanging chains. View II
Archive III A pair of small Georgian paintings depicting architectural ruins in daylight and moonlight, set within wide ebonised frames with gilded borders and hanging chains. View III
Archive IV A pair of small Georgian paintings depicting architectural ruins in daylight and moonlight, set within wide ebonised frames with gilded borders and hanging chains. View IV
Archive V A pair of small Georgian paintings depicting architectural ruins in daylight and moonlight, set within wide ebonised frames with gilded borders and hanging chains. View V
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A pair of small Georgian paintings depicting architectural ruins in daylight and moonlight, set within wide ebonised frames with gilded borders and hanging chains.
PAIR GEORGIAN ROMANTIC RUIN PAINTINGS
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A pair of small Georgian paintings depicting architectural ruins in daylight and moonlight, set within wide ebonised frames with gilded borders and hanging chains.
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  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialEbonised Wood, Gilt Wood, Paint, Brass
  • ColourBlack & Gold
  • MotifsClassical ruins, Moonlit scene, Ebonised mounts, Hanging chains
  • SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

This pair of Georgian paintings presents romantic architectural ruin scenes dating from circa 1820, showing one daylight landscape and one nocturnal moonlit composition. Each miniature artwork is enclosed within a narrow gilded inner border, a wide black ebonised papier-mâché mount, and chased brass hanging hardware suspended from a delicate metal chain attached to top mount rings. The original paper labels for Miers, Miniature Frame Manufacturer, Strand, London, remain on the reverse, accompanied by an older replacement hanging ring and original surface wear consistent with age. Measuring 19 cm high by 23 cm wide and 1 cm deep, these compact artworks suit display on a narrow wall space, a staircase alcove, or within a gentleman's library gallery wall arrangement. Their dark monochromatic frames and classical themes integrate easily into traditional or period study interiors, hung singly or stacked vertically to create a strong vertical focal point.

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Georgian Romantic ruin paintings emerged in the 18th and early 19th centuries, influenced by the Romantic movement and the Grand Tour aesthetic. Artists depicted classical or gothic architectural ruins set within natural landscapes to evoke themes of history, decay, and the passage of time.

Artworks from this period were typically painted in oil or gouache on wooden panels, copper plates, or canvas. Frames often incorporated dark ebonised wood, gilded slip borders, glass glazing, and decorative brass hanging hardware or chains.

Authentic Georgian pieces display natural age signs such as fine surface craquelure, period-correct wooden backing boards, hand-forged or early cast brass fittings, and historical framing techniques featuring wide mounts or gessoed gilt liners.

Pairs of small landscape paintings work well placed vertically on narrow wall spaces, hung symmetrically above a console table, or integrated into a gallery wall within traditional, dark academia, or eclectic schemes.

Keep antique paintings out of direct sunlight and away from sources of heat or high humidity. Clean the frames and glass gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or feather duster, avoiding moisture and harsh chemical solvents on painted surfaces or gilt finishes.
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