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George Hamilton Constantine Watercolour ‘ Hauling the Sea Weed Cart ‘
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George Hamilton Constantine Watercolour ‘ Hauling the Sea Weed Cart ‘

1920 - 1940
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George Hamilton Constantine 1878-1967.Sheffield artist who studied at the Sheffield College of Art.In the 1930d he became assistant to Sir William Rothstein who was Professor of Civic Art at Sheffield University .Constantine became Director of the Graves Art Gallery in the 1950s.He exhibited at the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool and the Royal Academy.He did not need to exhibit his work as there was a steady demand for it here and New York. ‘Hauling the Seaweed Cart’ signed watercolour,image size 16x23cms,framed size 37.5x44 cms.Newly framed with a wash line mount.Excellent strong colours.

Physical Dimensions
Height
37.5cm (14.76")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
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Graham Reed Fine Art has dated this Antique Coastal Watercolour Painting to the 1930s.

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SA1128894
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George Hamilton Constantine 1878-1967.Sheffield artist who studied at the Sheffield College of Art.
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In the 1930d he became assistant to Sir William Rothstein who was Professor of Civic Art at Sheffield University.
Graham Reed Fine Art

.Constantine became Director of the Graves Art Gallery in the 1950s.He exhibited at the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool and the Royal Academy.He did not need to exhibit his work as there was a steady demand for it here and New York. ‘Hauling the Seaweed Cart’ signed watercolour,image size 16x23cms,framed size 37.5x44 cms.Newly framed with a wash line mount.Excellent strong colours.

Height
37.5cm (14.76")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Graham Reed Fine Art has dated this Antique Coastal Watercolour Painting to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1128894
Graham Reed Fine Art
Graham Reed Fine Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2017

Previously I worked in london as a chartered surveyor and have been dealing in paintings for nearly thirty years.

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A watercolour painting depicting two heavy horses pulling a cart laden with seaweed along a sandy beach accompanied by a figure under a cloudy sky.
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Archive I A watercolour painting depicting two heavy horses pulling a cart laden with seaweed along a sandy beach accompanied by a figure under a cloudy sky.

George Hamilton Constantine Watercolour ‘ Hauling the Sea Weed Cart ‘

Archive II A watercolour painting depicting two heavy horses pulling a cart laden with seaweed along a sandy beach accompanied by a figure under a cloudy sky. View II
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A watercolour painting depicting two heavy horses pulling a cart laden with seaweed along a sandy beach accompanied by a figure under a cloudy sky.
GEORGE HAMILTON CONSTANTINE WATERCOLOUR ‘ HAULING THE SEA WEED CART ‘
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A watercolour painting depicting two heavy horses pulling a cart laden with seaweed along a sandy beach accompanied by a figure under a cloudy sky.
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  • ObjectWatercolour Painting
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialWatercolour, Paper
  • ColourBlue, Sand, Grey
  • MotifsHeavy horses, Seaweed cart, Coastal shoreline, Expressive sky washes
  • SizeH 37.5 cm (15 in) x W 44 cm (17 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

This Edwardian watercolour painting by George Hamilton Constantine depicts two heavy horses pulling a cart laden with seaweed along a coastal shoreline. The scene captures a labourer walking alongside the horses under an expressive sky wash of grey and blue clouds above sand and breaking sea waves, with several seagulls flying left. Rendered in watercolour on paper, the artwork displays strong, vibrant tones across the shoreline and sky. The composition is signed by the artist in the lower corner and presented within a newly framed setup that includes a traditional wash line mount. Measuring 37.5 cm high by 44 cm wide and 2 cm deep, this framed piece exhibits clean structural preservation throughout the paper and mount. Suitable for display in a domestic interior, the artwork works well positioned on a living room wall or placed above a sideboard in a dining space to introduce coastal character. The neutral sand and blue palette coordinates easily with traditional and transitional room schemes, adding heritage appeal to hallway walls or study interiors. The artwork requires standard picture hanging hardware and benefits from placement away from direct sunlight to preserve the watercolours. Its medium proportions allow it to anchor a gallery wall display or function as a standalone focal point within a room.

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British coastal watercolours from the early 20th century frequently depict working maritime scenes, coastal landscapes, and agricultural life along the shoreline using fluid washes, naturalistic lighting, and atmospheric skies.

Artists utilised finely ground mineral or botanical pigments mixed with gum arabic, applied to heavyweight rag paper or board to achieve varied transparency and delicate colour blending.

Authentic period watercolours usually display natural age toning on the paper, characteristic artists signatures, pencil under-drawing, and historical provenance or gallery labels on the backing board.

Hang the painting in a simple timber or gilded frame within a gallery wall arrangement, or present it as a standalone accent piece above traditional cabinetry to complement muted, organic colour schemes.

Display watercolours away from direct sunlight using UV-filtering glass and acid-free archival mounting materials to prevent fading, discolouration, and paper foxing.
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