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Beautiful Original 19thc Riverscape Watercolour Painting Att to William Foster?
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Beautiful Original 19thc Riverscape Watercolour Painting Att to William Foster?

19th century
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BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL 19thc RIVERSCAPE WATERCOLOUR PAINTING Att to William Foster?

Brief Description:

This is a beautiful and original 19th-century Watercolour Painting depicting a tranquil riverscape with a tall, period bridge spreading the length of the small hamlet.

It is an interesting piece as it is signed/monogrammed ''F'' within a small circle and, to the rear of the painting, an old label is inscribed:

''This picture was painted by William Foster (died 1924) Son of Myles Birkett Foster''.

It is a wonderfully depicted scene with excellent attention to detail throughout.

It is mounted within the original 19th-century Victorian glazed and gilt frame.

Attributes:

Watercolour painting

Signed: 'F'

Circa: 1890-1900

Condition:

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

Note; There are a handful of ancient tiny bugs between the glass and the picture mount - see images.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 19.7'' | 50 cm

Width: 24.6'' | 62.4 cm

Depth: 1.7'' | 4.3 cm

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

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Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
62.4cm (24.57")
Depth
4.3cm (1.69")
Declaration

Artsonline has dated this Antique Riverscape Watercolour Painting to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1123689
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Description
BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL 19thc RIVERSCAPE WATERCOLOUR PAINTING Att to William Foster?

Brief Description:

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This is a beautiful and original 19th-century Watercolour Painting depicting a tranquil riverscape with a tall, period bridge spreading the length of the small hamlet.
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fig 1. A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 1. Beautiful Original 19thc Riverscape Watercolour Painting Att to William Foster?

It is an interesting piece as it is signed/monogrammed ''F'' within a small circle and, to the rear of the painting, an old label is inscribed:

''This picture was painted by William Foster (died 1924) Son of Myles Birkett Foster''.

fig 2. A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 2. Beautiful Original 19thc Riverscape Watercolour Painting Att to William Foster?

It is a wonderfully depicted scene with excellent attention to detail throughout.

It is mounted within the original 19th-century Victorian glazed and gilt frame.

Attributes:

Watercolour painting

Signed: 'F'

fig 3. A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 3. Beautiful Original 19thc Riverscape Watercolour Painting Att to William Foster?

Circa: 1890-1900

Condition:

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

Note; There are a handful of ancient tiny bugs between the glass and the picture mount - see images.

fig 4. A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 4. Beautiful Original 19thc Riverscape Watercolour Painting Att to William Foster?

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 19.7'' | 50 cm

Width: 24.6'' | 62.4 cm

Depth: 1.7'' | 4.3 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

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

fig 5. A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 5. Beautiful Original 19thc Riverscape Watercolour Painting Att to William Foster?

Delivery

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

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

fig 6. A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 6. Beautiful Original 19thc Riverscape Watercolour Painting Att to William Foster?

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

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 framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 7. Beautiful Original 19thc Riverscape Watercolour Painting Att to William Foster?

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

Image result for payments accepted logos

Secure-Payment-VPADeb-sa-la-go-th-et-an-gt-009186-BACS-Order-PayPal-M/Card

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
62.4cm (24.57")
Depth
4.3cm (1.69")
Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated this Antique Riverscape Watercolour Painting to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1123689
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Archive I A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame.

Beautiful Original 19thc Riverscape Watercolour Painting Att to William Foster?

Archive II A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame. View II
Archive III A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame. View III
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Archive V A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame. View V
Archive VI A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame. View VI
Archive VII A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame. View VII
Archive VIII A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame. View VIII
Archive IX A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame. View IX
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Archive XII A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame. View XII
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A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame.
BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL 19thc RIVERSCAPE WATERCOLOUR PAINTING Att to William Foster?
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A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a river scene with boats, a stone viaduct, and a hillside town set within an ornate gilded frame.
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  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWatercolour on Paper, Gilt Wood, Glass
  • ColourWarm Gold
  • MotifsOrnate gilt moulding, Viaduct landscape, River scenery, Wash mount
  • SizeH 50 cm (20 in) x W 62.4 cm (25 in) x D 4.3 cm (2 in)

This original Victorian watercolour painting on paper depicts a tranquil riverscape featuring a tall stone viaduct, sailing boats on the water, a hamlet with buildings, figures on the riverbank, and a hillside town under a blue sky. Signed with the monogram "F" within a small circle, the artwork is mounted beneath glass inside a warm gold gilt wood frame decorated with ornate linear mouldings and floral corner reliefs. An old inscription on the rear indicates attribution to William Foster, who died in 1924 and was the son of Myles Birkett Foster, dating the piece to the late 19th century around 1890 to 1900. The entire framed assembly measures 50 cm high, 62.4 cm wide, and 4.3 cm deep. Suitable for an English Country House interior style, the framed artwork fits well in traditional domestic settings such as a living room or study. It is typically displayed hung on a wall above the mantelpiece or over a fireplace where the detailed river scene and ornate gilt frame are visible. The piece requires careful placement away from direct moisture and strong sunlight to protect the paper, pigments, and original frame. It brings a classic 19th-century aesthetic to period properties, country cottages, or traditional townhouses.

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Nineteenth-century British watercolour landscapes were defined by a movement towards naturalism, atmospheric light, and detailed topographical subjects. Artists frequently documented rural riverscapes, architecture, and coastal towns, encouraged by the rise of topographers and the Royal Watercolour Society.

Artists utilised water-soluble pigments painted onto handmade cotton or linen rag paper. These works were typically protected under glass and presented within gilt composition wood frames featuring intricate foliage or acanthus moulding.

Authentic 19th-century watercolours usually exhibit period-appropriate paper aging, gentle toning, and hand-carved or molded gilt wood frames. Inspecting the mount, paper watermarks, artist signatures, and historical framing labels on the reverse helps confirm authenticity.

Antique watercolours pair effectively with modern interiors when integrated into gallery walls alongside modern prints or displayed singly as a focal point. The warmth of the gilded frame creates a classic contrast against contemporary neutral or dark paint palettes.

Keep watercolours out of direct sunlight to prevent pigment fading and paper degradation. Ensure the artwork is framed using acid-free mounting materials with UV-protective glass, and maintain a stable indoor humidity level.
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