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Rare Pencil Sketch Study by John Miller Nicholson, Douglas Harbour, Isle of Man
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Rare Pencil Sketch Study by John Miller Nicholson, Douglas Harbour, Isle of Man

19th century
Sold 2 February 2025 · William Rand Antiques
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A super pencil sketch of Douglas Harbour, Isle of Man by John Miller Nicholson Exh., 1880-88. This exquisite and beautifully detailed drawing is beautifully executed and annotated with the finest of detail. Dated June 1882.

Must be seen to be appreciated; a lovely example in excellent condition throughout, professionally cleaned and reframed.

Overall size including frame: 11 x 9.5 inches

Date of Manufacture

William Rand Antiques has dated this Antique Pencil Sketch to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
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1cm (0.39")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
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SA1094366
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A super pencil sketch of Douglas Harbour, Isle of Man by John Miller Nicholson Exh., 1880-88.
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This exquisite and beautifully detailed drawing is beautifully executed and annotated with the finest of detail.
William Rand Antiques

Dated June 1882.

Must be seen to be appreciated; a lovely example in excellent condition throughout, professionally cleaned and reframed.

Overall size including frame: 11 x 9.5 inches

Date of Manufacture

William Rand Antiques has dated this Antique Pencil Sketch to the Victorian era.

Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA1094366
William Rand Antiques
William Rand Antiques
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A framed monochrome pencil sketch depicting a historic harbour scene with ships and masts. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A framed monochrome pencil sketch depicting a historic harbour scene with ships and masts. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare Pencil Sketch Study by John Miller Nicholson, Douglas Harbour, Isle of Man

Archive II A framed monochrome pencil sketch depicting a historic harbour scene with ships and masts. View II
Archive III A framed monochrome pencil sketch depicting a historic harbour scene with ships and masts. View III
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William Rand Antiques

William Rand Antiques
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3 Water Street
Ramsey
Isle of Man
IM8 1JP
United Kingdom
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A framed monochrome pencil sketch depicting a historic harbour scene with ships and masts.
Rare Pencil Sketch Study by John Miller Nicholson, Douglas Harbour, Isle of Man
Ref: SA1094366
A framed monochrome pencil sketch depicting a historic harbour scene with ships and masts.
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  • ObjectFramed Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGraphite on paper, gilt wood, glass
  • ColourMonochrome
  • MotifsMaritime vessels, Harbour scene, Handwritten annotations, Hatched shading
  • SizeH 1 cm (0 in) x W 1 cm (0 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

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Nineteenth-century pencil sketches typically feature fine graphite work on handmade or laid paper, often capturing observational studies of landscapes, architecture, or maritime scenes before photographic reproduction became widespread.

Historic drawings utilised graphite, charcoal, or ink on cotton rag paper, frequently housed behind glass within wooden frames, sometimes accented with gilt finishes and acid-neutral mounting boards to protect the delicate medium.

Authentication involves examining the paper under magnification to check for fibre composition and plate marks, verifying the presence of genuine hand-drawn graphite lines rather than dot-matrix printing patterns, and inspecting framing backing materials for age-appropriate hardware and paper tape.

Pairing a historic drawing with clean-walled gallery spaces or neutral linen backgrounds allows the monochromatic tones and aged texture to stand out, creating a sophisticated focal point in living rooms, hallways, or studies.

Works on paper require framing with UV-filtering glass and acid-free mats, while being positioned away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and extreme temperature fluctuations to prevent paper yellowing and pigment fading.
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