Miniature Hand-painted Victorian Pastoral Scene in Gilt Gesso Frame – Circa 1850

Name: Miniature Hand-painted Victorian Pastoral Scene in Gilt Gesso Frame – Circa 1850
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1196560
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Kingsdown Antiques

Description

Evocative of the peaceful rhythms of rural Victorian life, this charming miniature watercolour captures a horse-drawn cart scene with finely observed detail and a distinctly nostalgic tone. Entirely hand-painted, the work is housed in its original round gesso frame with a gilded finish and protected beneath glass.

Its small scale invites intimate viewing, typical of sentimental or souvenir artworks popular in the mid-19th century. Still richly coloured and beautifully preserved, it’s a rare survivor from a period where domestic scenes were treasured for their connection to place, family, and identity.

Measurements:

Diameter: 2 3/4" (approx. 7cm)

Total weight: 25g

In very good antique condition - The watercolour is clean and bright, with minor age-toning and no signs of moisture or foxing. The frame shows some expected wear but remains solid and visually striking. The paper backing is stable but shows wear and small losses typical for its age.

Physical Dimensions

Height

7cm (2.76")

Declaration

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this piece to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1196560

Dealers Internal Reference

KD53051

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Description

Evocative of the peaceful rhythms of rural Victorian life, this charming miniature watercolour captures a horse-drawn cart scene with finely observed detail and a distinctly nostalgic tone.

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Entirely hand-painted, the work is housed in its original round gesso frame with a gilded finish and protected beneath glass.

Kingsdown Antiques

fig 1. Miniature Hand-Painted Victorian Pastoral Scene in Gilt Gesso Frame – circa 1850 — fig 1. Miniature Hand-painted Victorian Pastoral Scene in Gilt Gesso Frame – Circa 1850

Its small scale invites intimate viewing, typical of sentimental or souvenir artworks popular in the mid-19th century. Still richly coloured and beautifully preserved, it’s a rare survivor from a period where domestic scenes were treasured for their connection to place, family, and identity.

fig 2. Miniature Hand-Painted Victorian Pastoral Scene in Gilt Gesso Frame – circa 1850 — fig 2. Miniature Hand-painted Victorian Pastoral Scene in Gilt Gesso Frame – Circa 1850

Measurements:

Diameter: 2 3/4" (approx. 7cm)

Total weight: 25g

In very good antique condition - The watercolour is clean and bright, with minor age-toning and no signs of moisture or foxing. The frame shows some expected wear but remains solid and visually striking. The paper backing is stable but shows wear and small losses typical for its age.

Physical Dimensions

Height

7cm (2.76")

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this piece to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1196560

Dealers Internal Ref

KD53051

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Kingsdown Antiques