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William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.
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William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.

19th century
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William Edward Webb.

English ( b.1862 - d.1903 ).

Peel Harbour, Isle Of Man.

Oil On Canvas.

Signed Lower Left.

Image size 21.5 inches x 37.4 inches ( 54.5cm x 95cm ).

Frame size 33.5 inches x 49.8 inches ( 85cm x 126.5cm ).

Available for sale from Big Sky Fine Art in the English county of Dorset, this original oil painting is by the English marine artist William Edward Webb and dates from the 1890s.

The painting is presented and supplied in its original frame (which is shown in these photographs) fitted with new fixtures.

The frame and the painted surface of the canvas has benefitted from restoration, cleaning and conservation, all of which was performed on our instruction, supervision and approval.

This antique painting is now in very good condition. It wants for nothing and is supplied ready to hang and display.

The painting is signed lower left.

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From 24 July 2026 the original works of art we sell are classified under the US Harmonised Tariff Schedule (HTS) Chapter 97 as exempt from the additional Section 301 import tariffs introduced in February 2026. This means that this original work of art can be imported into the United States without these additional tariffs. This allows American customers to buy from us with confidence, knowing that they are not going to be penalised by this global tariff.

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William Webb was an English Victorian artist who specialised in coastal scenes in oils. He lived and worked in Manchester and painted all around the British coast, but particularly favoured the Isle of Man. His works have increased in value and popularity in recent years.

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This original oil on canvas painting by William Webb is signed by the artist in the lower left corner. It depicts a busy scene in Peel Harbour on the Isle of Man. Webb’s mastery of coastal scenes is evident in the detailed portrayal of boats resting on the shore at low tide, with the calm waters of the Irish Sea in the background. The composition features a quaint harbour village with stone houses and fishing boats scattered along the dock. The earthy tones of the harbour, combined with the soft blues of the sky and sea, create a tranquil, almost nostalgic atmosphere.

Webb skilfully contrasts the rugged textures of the harbour with the smooth expanse of the horizon, where distant ships sail across the serene waters. The painting exudes a peaceful yet industrious atmosphere, typical of a coastal town where the ebb and flow of tides dictate daily life. This piece is a classic representation of 19th-century British marine art, capturing both the charm and the working nature of harbours like Peel.

The subtle lighting, soft cloud formations, and attention to detail in both architecture and maritime elements make this artwork a significant example of William Webb’s talent in Victorian seascape painting.

For a full biography of this artist please see her listing on www.bigskyfineart.com .

A full range of stock is available to browse or purchase at www.bigskyfineart.com .

Contact us by phone on +44 (0) 1305 581426 or email art@bigskyfineart.com .

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
126.5cm (49.80")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Big Sky Fine Art has dated this Framed Seascape Oil Painting to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1108375
Description
William Edward Webb.

English ( b.1862 - d.1903 ).

Peel Harbour, Isle Of Man.

Oil On Canvas.

Signed Lower Left.

Image size 21.5 inches x 37.4 inches ( 54.5cm x 95cm ).

Frame size 33.5 inches x 49.8 inches ( 85cm x 126.5cm ).

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Available for sale from Big Sky Fine Art in the English county of Dorset, this original oil painting is by the English marine artist William Edward Webb and dates from the 1890s.
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fig 1. A nineteenth-century framed oil painting depicting fishing boats docked at a harbour shore beside coastal buildings, encased in a decorative gold leaf frame.
fig 1. William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.

The painting is presented and supplied in its original frame (which is shown in these photographs) fitted with new fixtures.

The frame and the painted surface of the canvas has benefitted from restoration, cleaning and conservation, all of which was performed on our instruction, supervision and approval.

fig 2. A nineteenth-century framed oil painting depicting fishing boats docked at a harbour shore beside coastal buildings, encased in a decorative gold leaf frame.
fig 2. William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.

This antique painting is now in very good condition. It wants for nothing and is supplied ready to hang and display.

The painting is signed lower left.

Good News for our US Customers!

From 24 July 2026 the original works of art we sell are classified under the US Harmonised Tariff Schedule (HTS) Chapter 97 as exempt from the additional Section 301 import tariffs introduced in February 2026. This means that this original work of art can be imported into the United States without these additional tariffs. This allows American customers to buy from us with confidence, knowing that they are not going to be penalised by this global tariff.

fig 3. A nineteenth-century framed oil painting depicting fishing boats docked at a harbour shore beside coastal buildings, encased in a decorative gold leaf frame.
fig 3. William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.

Please note that normal U.S. Customs procedures and any applicable US State sales or use taxes remain unchanged.

We provide a professional shipping and delivery service which is free to customers in the UK, Europe, USA and Canada. We can also provide other worldwide delivery on any purchase. Please contact us for further information.

fig 4. A nineteenth-century framed oil painting depicting fishing boats docked at a harbour shore beside coastal buildings, encased in a decorative gold leaf frame.
fig 4. William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.

William Webb was an English Victorian artist who specialised in coastal scenes in oils. He lived and worked in Manchester and painted all around the British coast, but particularly favoured the Isle of Man. His works have increased in value and popularity in recent years.

fig 5. A nineteenth-century framed oil painting depicting fishing boats docked at a harbour shore beside coastal buildings, encased in a decorative gold leaf frame.
fig 5. William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.

© Big Sky Fine Art

This original oil on canvas painting by William Webb is signed by the artist in the lower left corner. It depicts a busy scene in Peel Harbour on the Isle of Man. Webb’s mastery of coastal scenes is evident in the detailed portrayal of boats resting on the shore at low tide, with the calm waters of the Irish Sea in the background. The composition features a quaint harbour village with stone houses and fishing boats scattered along the dock. The earthy tones of the harbour, combined with the soft blues of the sky and sea, create a tranquil, almost nostalgic atmosphere.

fig 6. A nineteenth-century framed oil painting depicting fishing boats docked at a harbour shore beside coastal buildings, encased in a decorative gold leaf frame.
fig 6. William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.

Webb skilfully contrasts the rugged textures of the harbour with the smooth expanse of the horizon, where distant ships sail across the serene waters. The painting exudes a peaceful yet industrious atmosphere, typical of a coastal town where the ebb and flow of tides dictate daily life. This piece is a classic representation of 19th-century British marine art, capturing both the charm and the working nature of harbours like Peel.

fig 7. A nineteenth-century framed oil painting depicting fishing boats docked at a harbour shore beside coastal buildings, encased in a decorative gold leaf frame.
fig 7. William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.

The subtle lighting, soft cloud formations, and attention to detail in both architecture and maritime elements make this artwork a significant example of William Webb’s talent in Victorian seascape painting.

fig 8. A nineteenth-century framed oil painting depicting fishing boats docked at a harbour shore beside coastal buildings, encased in a decorative gold leaf frame.
fig 8. William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.

For a full biography of this artist please see her listing on www.bigskyfineart.com .

A full range of stock is available to browse or purchase at www.bigskyfineart.com .

Contact us by phone on +44 (0) 1305 581426 or email art@bigskyfineart.com .

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
126.5cm (49.80")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Big Sky Fine Art has dated this Framed Seascape Oil Painting to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1108375
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Archive I A nineteenth-century framed oil painting depicting fishing boats docked at a harbour shore beside coastal buildings, encased in a decorative gold leaf frame.

William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.

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A nineteenth-century framed oil painting depicting fishing boats docked at a harbour shore beside coastal buildings, encased in a decorative gold leaf frame.
William Edward Webb 1862 – 1903. English. Peel Harbour, Isle Of Man. 1890s Framed Manx Seascape & Landscape Oil Painting.
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Nineteenth-century British maritime oil paintings typically feature detailed depictions of coastal landscapes, working harbours, fishing vessels, and varying atmospheric conditions. Artists of this era focused on naturalistic light, realistic water textures, and scenes of daily seafaring life.

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