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Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque) a Fine Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting
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Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque) a Fine Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting

1920 - 1940
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Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque) A Fine Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting

Brief Description:

This is a fascinating Original Maritime Watercolour study depicting the Scottish Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque), that was launched in 1891 and ran aground (wrecked) in 1929 in Bovista, Portugal.

The exceptional painting portrays the large majestic vessel sailing at full mast in calm seas.

The fabulous rigging can be seen pushing towards the ocean winds with two ship hands standing precariously on one of the very high rigging poles.

The piece dates to the 1930s and it is signed in the lower right corner.

It is immaculately presented and it is mounted within its original gilt frame and protected behind the original 1930s glass protective panel.

Attributes:

Watercolour Painting

Signed lower right corner

Circa: 1930s

Condition:

Both the painting and the frame are offered in an overall exceptional original condition.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 18.1'' | 45.9 cm

Width: 25.9'' | 65.7 cm

Depth: 0.8'' | 2 cm

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Physical Dimensions
Height
45.9cm (18.07")
Width
65.7cm (25.87")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Artsonline has dated this Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1093747
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Description
Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque) A Fine Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting

Brief Description:

This is a fascinating Original Maritime Watercolour study depicting the Scottish Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque), that was launched in 1891 and ran aground (wrecked) in 1929 in Bovista, Portugal.
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fig 1. A gilt framed watercolour painting depicting the four-masted barque Garthpool sailing under full canvas across choppy ocean waters.
fig 1. Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque) a Fine Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting

The exceptional painting portrays the large majestic vessel sailing at full mast in calm seas.

The fabulous rigging can be seen pushing towards the ocean winds with two ship hands standing precariously on one of the very high rigging poles.

fig 2. A gilt framed watercolour painting depicting the four-masted barque Garthpool sailing under full canvas across choppy ocean waters.
fig 2. Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque) a Fine Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting

The piece dates to the 1930s and it is signed in the lower right corner.

It is immaculately presented and it is mounted within its original gilt frame and protected behind the original 1930s glass protective panel.

fig 3. A gilt framed watercolour painting depicting the four-masted barque Garthpool sailing under full canvas across choppy ocean waters.
fig 3. Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque) a Fine Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting

Attributes:

Watercolour Painting

Signed lower right corner

Circa: 1930s

Condition:

Both the painting and the frame are offered in an overall exceptional original condition.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

fig 4. A gilt framed watercolour painting depicting the four-masted barque Garthpool sailing under full canvas across choppy ocean waters.
fig 4. Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque) a Fine Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting

Height: 18.1'' | 45.9 cm

Width: 25.9'' | 65.7 cm

Depth: 0.8'' | 2 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

fig 5. A gilt framed watercolour painting depicting the four-masted barque Garthpool sailing under full canvas across choppy ocean waters.
fig 5. Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque) a Fine Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting

Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell.

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

fig 6. A gilt framed watercolour painting depicting the four-masted barque Garthpool sailing under full canvas across choppy ocean waters.
fig 6. Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque) a Fine Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.

fig 7. A gilt framed watercolour painting depicting the four-masted barque Garthpool sailing under full canvas across choppy ocean waters.
fig 7. Clipper Ship Garthpool (Barque) a Fine Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting

Returns Policy

Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy

(excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging).

Pay Securely - Telephone orders are welcome

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Height
45.9cm (18.07")
Width
65.7cm (25.87")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated this Marine Seascape Watercolour Painting to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1093747
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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.

Traditional British marine art focuses on accurate depictions of maritime vessels, sea conditions, and naval history. Emerging as a distinct genre in the seventeenth century, marine painting reached its height during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, combining technical nautical detail with atmospheric atmospheric ocean landscapes.

Antique marine watercolours were produced using mineral and botanical pigments dissolved in water and bound with gum arabic, applied directly onto woven cotton or linen rag paper. Frames typically feature wooden mouldings with water gilding or oil gilding, protected behind plain glass with card matting.

Authentic period watercolours display natural signs of aging on paper, such as light foxing, minor toning, or mount burn. Examining the precision of ship rigging, authentic artist signatures, period framing techniques, and pencil underdrawings under magnification helps verify age and attribution.

A classic marine watercolour can be displayed as a focal piece above a fireplace mantel, integrated into a gallery wall, or positioned over a mahogany sideboard. Pairing gilded maritime artwork with dark wood furniture, brass accents, and structured textiles creates a balanced, traditional aesthetic.

Watercolour pigments are susceptible to light damage and should be displayed away from direct sunlight. Framing with UV-protective glass, acid-free backing boards, and cotton rag mounts prevents yellowing, fading, and moisture damage over time.
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