5,910  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 0 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
GIFTS
LATEST STOCK
Sort Order
Items Per Page
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1041911
SOLD
Email Phone
Save
Mary Backhouse Bigland Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting of Skiddaw, Cumbria English Lake District Landscape
Sold by Strickland & Russell
sold SA1041911
Sorry, but this item has been sold.
Strickland & Russell

Strickland & Russell

Sellingantiques Verified Since Sep 2018
Browse dealers 279 items
  • About Us
    Yorkshire based art dealers specialising in 19th century & early 20th century oil paintings & watercolours
Id #SA1041911
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Mary Backhouse Bigland Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting of Skiddaw, Cumbria English Lake District Landscape

19th century
Sold 22 September 2024 · Strickland & Russell
This “Mary Backhouse Bigland Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting of Skiddaw, Cumbria English Lake District Landscape” found a buyer.

It was listed by Strickland & Russell. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

Type of artwork: An Original Antique Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Unsigned, Purchased as part of a collection with other signed works by Mary B Bigland

Approximate age of artwork: Circa late 19th Century

Depiction or Location: Titled Verso, Slopes of Skiddaw from Bassenthwaite Cumbria Landscape

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Framed, as shown (Offered Free with the Artwork)

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of artwork: 28 x 38 cm including frame (mount aperture approx. 26 x 15 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Watercolour Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1041911
Dealers Notes

***************

*Our prices include fully insured UK delivery. We are able to quote for International delivery upon request.

*Your purchased painting will be securely packaged and posted via Insured Royal Mail or Parcelforce delivery within 2 working days of receiving payment.

*We are happy to receive payment via the PayPal platform which accepts most debit and credit cards. Please contact us to enquire about other payment methods.

*If a painting is framed, the frame will be provided free of charge and we cannot offer any warranty for the condition or damage to a frame as a result of delivery. Original frames will have wear in line with age. We consider glass to be part of the frame, and as a restricted item is not warranted . Glass can be removed prior to shipping at the buyers request.

*In the unlikely event that you are not happy with your purchase, for any reason, we will always accept returns and offer a no quibble refund if notified within 14 days of receiving the item and returned to us in the same condition. The buyer is however, liable for the return postal charges.

***************

Description
Type of artwork: An Original Antique Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper

“
Artist and signature: Unsigned, Purchased as part of a collection with other signed works by Mary B Bigland.
Strickland & Russell

Approximate age of artwork: Circa late 19th Century

fig 1. An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky.
fig 1. Mary Backhouse Bigland Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting of Skiddaw, Cumbria English Lake District Landscape

Depiction or Location: Titled Verso, Slopes of Skiddaw from Bassenthwaite Cumbria Landscape

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Framed, as shown (Offered Free with the Artwork)

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of artwork: 28 x 38 cm including frame (mount aperture approx. 26 x 15 cm)

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Watercolour Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1041911
Strickland & Russell
Strickland & Russell
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2018

Yorkshire based art dealers specialising in 19th century & early 20th century oil paintings & watercolours

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Strickland & Russell Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
1 / 13
Archive I An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Mary Backhouse Bigland Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting of Skiddaw, Cumbria English Lake District Landscape

Archive II An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View II
Archive III An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View III
Archive IV An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View IV
Archive V An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View V
Archive VI An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View VI
Archive VII An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View VII
Archive VIII An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View VIII
Archive IX An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View IX
Archive X An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View X
Archive XI An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View XI
Archive XII An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View XII
Archive XIII An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky. View XIII
FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

Enlarged Archival View
Telephone 07504 958608
Location
Wilberfoss
York
East Riding of Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Verified Since Sep 2018
Items For Sale 279
Items Sold 3,295
Strickland & Russell
Strickland & Russell
Verified Since Sep 2018
View Dealer Info
Location: Wilberfoss, York, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Verified
Sep 2018
For Sale
279
Sold
3,295
An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky.
Mary Backhouse Bigland Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting of Skiddaw, Cumbria English Lake District Landscape
Ref: SA1041911
An antique watercolour painting depicting a tranquil lake landscape with mountains in the background under an overcast sky.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Detail View 10
Detail View 11
Detail View 12
Archival Detail
Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.
Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.
Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.
Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWatercolour on paper, wood
  • ColourMuted Blue
  • MotifsMountain landscape, Water reflection, Atmospheric sky
  • SizeH 28 cm (11 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

Late 19th-century British watercolour painting is characterised by atmospheric depictions of natural landscapes, often capturing soft light, meteorological effects, and regional topography with delicate washes and precise brushwork.

These works typically utilise finely ground pigments suspended in water-soluble binders, applied to heavy rag paper or handmade watermarked paper, and frequently mounted within wooden frames behind protective glass.

Authentic pieces generally display period-appropriate paper characteristics, watermarks, artist signatures or monograms, and historical framing techniques, often accompanied by foxing or natural ageing consistent with the period.

An antique landscape watercolour brings historical depth and natural colour palettes to contemporary interiors, pairing effectively with neutral walls, minimalist frames, or traditional gallery wall arrangements.

To prevent fading and degradation, antique watercolours should be displayed away from direct sunlight, maintained in stable humidity-controlled environments, and framed using acid-free archival materials.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories