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John Syer Junior Signed Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting English Seascape Fishing Cove, Possibly Nr. Flamborough
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John Syer Junior Signed Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting English Seascape Fishing Cove, Possibly Nr. Flamborough

19th century
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Type of artwork: An Original Antique Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Signed J Syer - John C. Syer British (1846 - 1913)Approximate age of artwork: Circa late 19th Century

Depiction or Location: We believe this to be a Flamborough Scene on Yorkshire Coast

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Framed, as shown (Free with the Painting)

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in fair to good condition in line with age. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of artwork 53 x 37 cm (mount aperture 40 x 24 cm)

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Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Victorian Coastal Watercolour Painting to the 19th Century.

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SA1178407
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Description
Type of artwork: An Original Antique Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Signed J Syer - John C. Syer British (1846 - 1913)Approximate age of artwork: Circa late 19th Century

Depiction or Location: We believe this to be a Flamborough Scene on Yorkshire Coast

fig 1. Late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting fishing boats resting on a shore beneath steep coastal cliffs with figures in the foreground.
fig 1. John Syer Junior Signed Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting English Seascape Fishing Cove, Possibly Nr. Flamborough

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Framed, as shown (Free with the Painting)

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in fair to good condition in line with age. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of artwork 53 x 37 cm (mount aperture 40 x 24 cm)

Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Victorian Coastal Watercolour Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1178407
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Archive I Late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting fishing boats resting on a shore beneath steep coastal cliffs with figures in the foreground.

John Syer Junior Signed Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting English Seascape Fishing Cove, Possibly Nr. Flamborough

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Late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting fishing boats resting on a shore beneath steep coastal cliffs with figures in the foreground.
John Syer Junior Signed Original late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting English Seascape Fishing Cove, Possibly Nr. Flamborough
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Late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting fishing boats resting on a shore beneath steep coastal cliffs with figures in the foreground.
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Victorian coastal watercolours captured British maritime landscapes, fishing communities, and rugged coastlines during the 19th century. Artists frequently worked en plein air, documenting rural coastal life with careful attention to natural light, topographical accuracy, and atmospheric conditions.

Artists utilised finely ground pigments mixed with a water-soluble binder, such as gum arabic, applied directly onto handmade cotton or linen rag paper. The white rag paper base provided luminosity, reflecting light back through transparent washes of watercolour paint.

Authentic period watercolours often feature artist signatures, natural paper aging tones, subtle foxing, or historical gallery labels attached to the backing boards. The visual surface displays layered transparent washes rather than uniform mechanical print dots.

Display the artwork in a understated timber or gilt frame paired with a conservation-grade mount to connect traditional art with contemporary decor. Mounting the painting above a sideboard or within a gallery wall arrangement adds subtle earth tones and historical interest.

Keep watercolour works away from direct sunlight, excessive humidity, and fluctuating temperature sources to prevent pigment fading and paper warping. Frame the painting behind UV-filtering glass using acid-free mounting materials, and dust the exterior frame gently with a dry cloth.
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