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Oil Painting – ‘Plowing the First Furrow by Harry Fidler Rba Roi (1856-1935)
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Oil Painting – ‘Plowing the First Furrow by Harry Fidler Rba Roi (1856-1935)

1900 - 1920
Description

• Harry was a successful artist who specialised in Country Scenes especially including horses, with abilities being recognised with senior membership of both the RBA and ROI.

• He developed an impressionist style with heavy impasto.

• With natural reflected light on the picture – in conjunction with the superb impasto, the picture has a magical quality that changes with the light. It represents one of the best examples of his work.

• In superb Gallery condition. Pictures like this have achieved some really strong prices at auction in the last few years.

• Signed bottom right-hand corner.

• Note – sizes are for size of frame.

• Delivery £90 uk exc. Scotland. International please ask for quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Actaeon Antiques and Art has dated this Harry Fidler Oil Painting to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1078987
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Shipping

Other than a few smaller items that can be safely posted, nearly all items are hand delivered (and set up in the case of clocks) by Martin Bros who are one of Britain’s most prestigious carriers of antiques and fine art. I wish us avoid the hassle of cheap men and their vans! The standard (subsidised) delivery price shown is for mainland UK excluding Scotland. Please ask for a Quotation where the standard price is not applicable.

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Restoration and Presented Condition

I do not subscribe to the shabby chic or make it like new approach using modern materials which can make future restoration extremely difficult and impede long-term investment value.

Any restoration work is done to the highest (museum) standards using traditional materials so as to not compromise the patina of age.

Accordingly, please note some antique items for sale will have wear and marks associated with use over many generations that adds to the aesthetic beauty of the piece from the collector’s perspective.

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Fine Art - Condition

All Paintings offered have been chosen for their excellent original condition, with where necessary museum standard cleaning, restoration and revarnishing. Presented in Gallery condition they are ready to hang for many generations, before cleaning / revarnishing may be necessary.

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Any Questions?

I just love acquiring and talking about antiques and fine art so will be pleased to discuss any of the items I have for sale on UK 07515 741344 or Richard.lench1956@gmail.com.

Best wishes Richard

Description
Harry was a successful artist who specialised in Country Scenes especially including horses, with abilities being recognised with senior membership of both the RBA and ROI.

• He developed an impressionist style with heavy impasto.

• With natural reflected light on the picture – in conjunction with the superb impasto, the picture has a magical quality that changes with the light.
Actaeon Antiques and Art

It represents one of the best examples of his work.

fig 1. An impasto impressionist oil painting depicting a farmer ploughing a field with two white horses, set within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 1. Oil Painting – ‘Plowing the First Furrow by Harry Fidler Rba Roi (1856-1935)

• In superb Gallery condition. Pictures like this have achieved some really strong prices at auction in the last few years.

• Signed bottom right-hand corner.

• Note – sizes are for size of frame.

• Delivery £90 uk exc. Scotland. International please ask for quote.

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Actaeon Antiques and Art has dated this Harry Fidler Oil Painting to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1078987
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An impasto impressionist oil painting depicting a farmer ploughing a field with two white horses, set within an ornate gilded frame.
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Archive I An impasto impressionist oil painting depicting a farmer ploughing a field with two white horses, set within an ornate gilded frame.

Oil Painting – ‘Plowing the First Furrow by Harry Fidler Rba Roi (1856-1935)

Archive II An impasto impressionist oil painting depicting a farmer ploughing a field with two white horses, set within an ornate gilded frame. View II
Archive III An impasto impressionist oil painting depicting a farmer ploughing a field with two white horses, set within an ornate gilded frame. View III
Archive IV An impasto impressionist oil painting depicting a farmer ploughing a field with two white horses, set within an ornate gilded frame. View IV
Archive V An impasto impressionist oil painting depicting a farmer ploughing a field with two white horses, set within an ornate gilded frame. View V
Archive VI An impasto impressionist oil painting depicting a farmer ploughing a field with two white horses, set within an ornate gilded frame. View VI
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An impasto impressionist oil painting depicting a farmer ploughing a field with two white horses, set within an ornate gilded frame.
OIL PAINTING – ‘PLOWING THE FIRST FURROW BY Harry Fidler RBA ROI (1856-1935)
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An impasto impressionist oil painting depicting a farmer ploughing a field with two white horses, set within an ornate gilded frame.
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British rural Impressionism focuses on pastoral and agricultural scenes, capturing natural light and outdoor working life. Artists employed loose brushwork, heavy impasto, and naturalistic earth tones to document rural heritage.

Artists typically painted with oil paint on stretched linen or cotton canvas, sometimes executed plein air on wood panels. Frames were predominantly crafted from carved wood or molded plaster with gilded gold leaf finishes.

Authenticity is verified through signatures, membership designations such as RBA or ROI, distinct impasto texture, age-appropriate canvas oxidation, and period-correct frame construction.

Oil paintings with swept gilt frames function well as focal points above mantelpieces, sideboards, or lined along hallway galleries to bring texture and historic balance to contemporary spaces.

Keep the artwork out of direct sunlight and extreme humidity. Dust the frame gently with a soft dry brush, avoiding liquid cleaners on gilding and delicate paint surfaces.
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