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An Isle of Man Landscape by Pastel by John Hobson Nicholson
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An Isle of Man Landscape by Pastel by John Hobson Nicholson

1900 - 1920
Description

A rare landscape pastel thought to depict Sulby Glen, Isle of Man by renowned Manx artist, John Hobson Nicholson (1911 - 1988). Signed lower left.

A rare pastel, with lovely colours and tones; tastefully reframed and mounted.

Dimensions including frame:

(H) 64 cm

(W) 78 cm

(D) 3 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

William Rand Antiques has dated this Isle of Man Pastel Landscape to the Edwardian era.

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SA1200922
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Description
A rare landscape pastel thought to depict Sulby Glen, Isle of Man by renowned Manx artist, John Hobson Nicholson (1911 - 1988). Signed lower left.

A rare pastel, with lovely colours and tones; tastefully reframed and mounted.

Dimensions including frame:

(H) 64 cm

(W) 78 cm

(D) 3 cm

Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

William Rand Antiques has dated this Isle of Man Pastel Landscape to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1200922
William Rand Antiques
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A framed pastel landscape drawing depicting a winding country lane flanked by bare trees with a snow-dusted hill in the background, set in a gold frame with a cream mount.
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Archive I A framed pastel landscape drawing depicting a winding country lane flanked by bare trees with a snow-dusted hill in the background, set in a gold frame with a cream mount.

An Isle of Man Landscape by Pastel by John Hobson Nicholson

Archive II A framed pastel landscape drawing depicting a winding country lane flanked by bare trees with a snow-dusted hill in the background, set in a gold frame with a cream mount. View II
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William Rand Antiques

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3 Water Street
Ramsey
Isle of Man
IM8 1JP
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A framed pastel landscape drawing depicting a winding country lane flanked by bare trees with a snow-dusted hill in the background, set in a gold frame with a cream mount.
An Isle of Man landscape by Pastel by John Hobson Nicholson
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A framed pastel landscape drawing depicting a winding country lane flanked by bare trees with a snow-dusted hill in the background, set in a gold frame with a cream mount.
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  • ObjectFramed Artwork
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • Style20th Century British
  • MaterialPastel, Paper, Wood, Glass
  • ColourMuted Green and Brown
  • MotifsBare winter trees, Winding country lane, Snow-dusted hill, Stone cottage
  • SizeH 1 cm (0 in) x W 1 cm (0 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

This Edwardian framed artwork is a 20th-century British pastel drawing on paper under glass, depicting a Manx landscape with bare winter trees, a winding country lane, a snow-dusted hill, and a stone cottage in muted green and brown tones. The composition is signed lower left by the artist John Hobson Nicholson and is set within a metallic gold frame with stepped mouldings and a wide cream mount. The visible materials comprise a textured wooden frame, white paper mount, and protective glass glazing. Dimensions including frame are 64 cm high, 78 cm wide, and 3 cm deep. Ideal for domestic placement above a sideboard in an English country house interior, this framed artwork adds traditional rural character to a living room, dining room, or hallway wall. The piece suits a variety of settings ranging from classic heritage rooms to transitional spaces seeking a calming pastoral view. Hang it securely at eye level using standard wall fixings appropriate for the weight of the framed glass drawing.

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Twentieth-century British pastel landscapes typically focus on tonal realism, atmospheric lighting, and atmospheric regional countryside scenes. Artists utilised soft, powdered pigment sticks directly on paper to capture subtle changes in weather, terrain, and foliage with immediacy.

Pastel artworks consist of pure powdered pigment mixed with a binder, applied to textured paper or board. Due to the delicate nature of unbound pigment, these works are typically mounted under glass with a spacer or mat board to prevent the surface from touching the glazing.

Authenticity is assessed through the artists original signature, medium texture, framing age, and backing labels. Examining the paper stock, chalk build-up under magnification, and provenance documentation helps confirm the period of creation.

A framed pastel landscape works well positioned above a wooden sideboard, console table, or integrated into a curated gallery wall. Pair it with neutral wall colours, natural timber furniture, and soft lighting to complement the earth tones of the artwork.

Display pastel drawings away from direct sunlight, extreme humidity, and heat sources to prevent fading and paper warping. Ensure the picture remains framed behind UV-filtering glass and avoid shaking or jarring the frame, which can dislodge loosen pigment dust.
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