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J.e. Beckett Signed Original 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting St Williams College Courtyard York City Centre Townscape British Landscape
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J.e. Beckett Signed Original 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting St Williams College Courtyard York City Centre Townscape British Landscape

19th century
Description

Type of artwork: Original Antique Watercolour

Artist and Signature: J.E. Beckett

Subject: A charming historic view of a timber-framed courtyard with tiled roofs and a female figure at work, with the iconic towers of York Minster rising in the background. This is a finely detailed architectural study, typical of the late 19th to early 20th century taste for recording old York street scenes.

Approximate age of artwork: Circa 19th Century

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted on backing card (unframed).

Condition Report: The watercolour remain detailed and atmospheric, with some age toning and handling marks as expected from 19th century works on paper. Please see photographs for full condition.

Size of painting incl. 20 x 24 cm (mount aperture approx. 17 x 21 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique British Townscape Watercolour to the 19th Century.

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SA1166333
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Description
Type of artwork: Original Antique Watercolour

Artist and Signature: J.E. Beckett

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Subject: A charming historic view of a timber-framed courtyard with tiled roofs and a female figure at work, with the iconic towers of York Minster rising in the background.
Strickland & Russell

This is a finely detailed architectural study, typical of the late 19th to early 20th century taste for recording old York street scenes.

fig 1. A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background.
fig 1. J.e. Beckett Signed Original 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting St Williams College Courtyard York City Centre Townscape British Landscape

Approximate age of artwork: Circa 19th Century

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted on backing card (unframed).

Condition Report: The watercolour remain detailed and atmospheric, with some age toning and handling marks as expected from 19th century works on paper. Please see photographs for full condition.

Size of painting incl. 20 x 24 cm (mount aperture approx. 17 x 21 cm)

Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique British Townscape Watercolour to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1166333
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Archive I A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background.

J.e. Beckett Signed Original 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting St Williams College Courtyard York City Centre Townscape British Landscape

Archive II A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background. View II
Archive III A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background. View XI
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A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background.
J.E. Beckett Signed Original 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting St Williams College Courtyard York City Centre Townscape British Landscape
Ref: SA1166333
A 19th-century watercolour painting mounted on cream card, depicting a courtyard with timber-framed historic buildings, red tile roofs, and cathedral spires in the background.
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Topographical watercolour painting in 19th-century Britain focused on detailed, accurate renderings of specific buildings, historical sites, and regional landscapes. Artists utilised transparent washes layered over graphite underdrawings to record architectural heritage prior to modern photography.

Artisans used natural gum arabic binders mixed with mineral and botanical pigments, applied onto rag paper made from cotton or linen fibres. Mounts were often hand-drawn with ink lines and watercolour washes to create a decorative frame for presentation.

Authentic works from this era exhibit characteristic aging of rag paper, such as mild foxing or gentle toning, alongside artists signatures in graphite or ink. Examination under magnification reveals hand-painted wash boundaries and graphite underdrawing rather than mechanical print dots.

Architectural watercolours function effectively when grouped on a gallery wall alongside line drawings or architectural elevations. Pairing classic framed works with minimalist modern furniture creates an intentional balance between historical detail and contemporary structure.

Display watercolours away from direct sunlight using UV-filtering glass to prevent pigment fading. Ensure the artwork is mounted using acid-free archival materials and maintained in a climate-controlled environment with low humidity to avoid paper distortion.
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