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Rowland Henry Hill "The Dock Yard" Watercolour
McTague of Harrogate
for sale €1,141     $1,238
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McTague of Harrogate

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Rowland Henry Hill "The Dock Yard" Watercolour

1900 - 1920
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Rowland Henry Hill was born in Halifax in 1873. He studied at the Halifax and Bradford Schools of Art and exhibited regularly at the Royal Academy from 1897, at the Paris Salon, Venetian International and in many provincial exhibitions. He travelled widely and lived at Hinderwell near Staithes, where as a member of the Staithes Group of Painters he painted many local scenes. Examples of his work are in the Imperial War Museum, Leeds, Wakefield, Whitby, Harrogate and several other Public and private collections.

"The Dock Yard" is a fine example. A watercolour measuring 13" x 16", it is signed lower right and is dated 1910. It is framed in a quality gilt frame giving an overall size of 21"x 25".

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
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McTague of Harrogate has dated this Antique Maritime Watercolour Painting to the 1910s.

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SA1116034
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Rowland Henry Hill was born in Halifax in 1873.
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He studied at the Halifax and Bradford Schools of Art and exhibited regularly at the Royal Academy from 1897, at the Paris Salon, Venetian International and in many provincial exhibitions.
McTague of Harrogate

He travelled widely and lived at Hinderwell near Staithes, where as a member of the Staithes Group of Painters he painted many local scenes. Examples of his work are in the Imperial War Museum, Leeds, Wakefield, Whitby, Harrogate and several other Public and private collections.

"The Dock Yard" is a fine example. A watercolour measuring 13" x 16", it is signed lower right and is dated 1910. It is framed in a quality gilt frame giving an overall size of 21"x 25".

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

McTague of Harrogate has dated this Antique Maritime Watercolour Painting to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1116034
McTague of Harrogate
McTague of Harrogate
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2011

Mctague of harrogate are yorkshire based dealers in old pictures. Please see website mctague.co.uk

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An Edwardian watercolour painting depicting tall ships, rigging, and cranes in a misty dockyard using muted grey and blue tones.
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Archive I An Edwardian watercolour painting depicting tall ships, rigging, and cranes in a misty dockyard using muted grey and blue tones.

Rowland Henry Hill "The Dock Yard" Watercolour

Archive II An Edwardian watercolour painting depicting tall ships, rigging, and cranes in a misty dockyard using muted grey and blue tones. View II
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An Edwardian watercolour painting depicting tall ships, rigging, and cranes in a misty dockyard using muted grey and blue tones.
Rowland Henry Hill "The Dock Yard" watercolour
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An Edwardian watercolour painting depicting tall ships, rigging, and cranes in a misty dockyard using muted grey and blue tones.
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Edwardian maritime watercolours created between 1901 and 1914 typically feature industrial harbours, coastal shipping, and working vessels. Artists of this era focused on atmospheric effects, subtle tonal variations, and documenting the transition from sail to steam power.

Artists utilised water-soluble pigments suspended in gum arabic, applied directly to heavy cotton rag paper. Techniques involved layered washes, wet-on-wet brushwork, and occasionally gouache highlights to capture atmospheric light and mist.

Authentic period watercolours often feature pencil artist signatures, dates, or gallery labels on the reverse. Natural paper age-toning, foxing, and the characteristic matte texture of historical pigments also help distinguish original works from modern reproductions.

Atmospheric marine paintings integrate well into contemporary spaces when paired with dark wood furniture, brass accents, or neutral wall colours. Hanging the painting above a sideboard or console table creates a focal point without overwhelming the surrounding room design.

Watercolours must be displayed away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of sensitive pigments. Frame the artwork using UV-filtering glass and acid-free mounting materials to protect the paper from moisture and environmental deterioration.
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