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'Polperro' Watercolour by Lewis Mortimer
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'Polperro' Watercolour by Lewis Mortimer

1900 - 1920
Sold 9 March 2026 · Antique and Unique
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A watercolour painting of Polperro in Cornwall by Lewis Mortimer (1877 - 1955). He was mainly active as an artist between 1900 and 1930, and painted scenes from the coasts of Cornwall, Devon and Dorset. This beautiful understated watercolour of Polperro harbour is presented in a painted frame and is ready to hang.

Lewis Mortimer was one of three early twentieth century artists whose watercolour scenes were used in the publication ‘Picturesque Cornwall’ by Reginald Hammond - the other artists were George Nicholls and H J Sylvester Stannard.

It is known that Mortimer spent time in Polperro in the 1920’s, so this painting most likely dates from that period.

Condition: There are a couple of very tiny scuffs to the frame, and a small slightly wrinkled area on the mount. The painting itself is in very good condition.

Dimensions:

Including the frame, 53.5cm wide, 44.5cm tall, 2.8cm deep. The image size is approximately 33.2cm wide by 23.2 cm tall.

Free UK delivery - the item will be sent using a tracked and signed for service. If you would like a quote for delivery elsewhere please get in touch.

Date of Manufacture

Antique and Unique has dated this Framed Watercolour Painting to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
44.5cm (17.52")
Width
53.5cm (21.06")
Depth
2.8cm (1.10")
Reference Numbers
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SA1180212
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Description
A watercolour painting of Polperro in Cornwall by Lewis Mortimer (1877 - 1955).
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He was mainly active as an artist between 1900 and 1930, and painted scenes from the coasts of Cornwall, Devon and Dorset.
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This beautiful understated watercolour of Polperro harbour is presented in a painted frame and is ready to hang.

fig 1. A framed watercolour painting depicting a coastal harbour scene with buildings and boats, set within a blue painted wood frame.
fig 1. 'Polperro' Watercolour by Lewis Mortimer

Lewis Mortimer was one of three early twentieth century artists whose watercolour scenes were used in the publication ‘Picturesque Cornwall’ by Reginald Hammond - the other artists were George Nicholls and H J Sylvester Stannard.

fig 2. A framed watercolour painting depicting a coastal harbour scene with buildings and boats, set within a blue painted wood frame.
fig 2. 'Polperro' Watercolour by Lewis Mortimer

It is known that Mortimer spent time in Polperro in the 1920’s, so this painting most likely dates from that period.

Condition: There are a couple of very tiny scuffs to the frame, and a small slightly wrinkled area on the mount. The painting itself is in very good condition.

fig 3. A framed watercolour painting depicting a coastal harbour scene with buildings and boats, set within a blue painted wood frame.
fig 3. 'Polperro' Watercolour by Lewis Mortimer

Dimensions:

Including the frame, 53.5cm wide, 44.5cm tall, 2.8cm deep. The image size is approximately 33.2cm wide by 23.2 cm tall.

Free UK delivery - the item will be sent using a tracked and signed for service. If you would like a quote for delivery elsewhere please get in touch.

Date of Manufacture

Antique and Unique has dated this Framed Watercolour Painting to the 1920s.

Height
44.5cm (17.52")
Width
53.5cm (21.06")
Depth
2.8cm (1.10")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1180212
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Archive I A framed watercolour painting depicting a coastal harbour scene with buildings and boats, set within a blue painted wood frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

'Polperro' Watercolour by Lewis Mortimer

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A framed watercolour painting depicting a coastal harbour scene with buildings and boats, set within a blue painted wood frame.
'Polperro' Watercolour by Lewis Mortimer
Ref: SA1180212
A framed watercolour painting depicting a coastal harbour scene with buildings and boats, set within a blue painted wood frame.
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  • Object[Paintings & Artwork]
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • Style[Traditional British]
  • Material[Paper, Wood, Glass, Pigment]
  • Colour[Blue]
  • MotifsCoastal harbour scene, Painted wood frame, Matte board mount, Artist signature
  • SizeH 44.5 cm (18 in) x W 53.5 cm (21 in) x D 2.8 cm (1 in)

A watercolour painting is a work of art created using water-soluble pigments on paper, known for its translucent washes and delicate colour blending.

Traditional framing for watercolours typically involves acid-free paper mounts, protective glass glazing, and wood mouldings, often painted or gilded.

Authentic vintage watercolours often display period paper characteristics, artist signatures, natural ageing on the paper, and traditional framing methods.

A vintage watercolour can be styled as a focal point on a gallery wall or displayed singularly against a neutral wall to highlight its historic character.

Antique watercolours should be kept out of direct sunlight to prevent fading and protected from high humidity and moisture to avoid paper degradation.
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