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Still Life of Bird Nests and Primroses - Oil on Board.
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Still Life of Bird Nests and Primroses - Oil on Board.

1900 - 1920
Sold 5 July 2026 · Harrington Antiques
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Description

A delightful oil on board still life depicting bird nests, eggs and primroses. Illegibly signed to the lower right. Circa. early 20th century.

The work is housed in a fine quality maple frame with brass mount.

Excellent condition throughout.

Dimensions (framed):-

Width: 47cm

Height: 34cm

Depth: 1.75.cm

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Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated these Oil Painting Bird Nests to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
1.8cm (0.71")
Reference Numbers
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SA1218248
Dealers Internal Reference
8005
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Description
A delightful oil on board still life depicting bird nests, eggs and primroses. Illegibly signed to the lower right. Circa. early 20th century.

The work is housed in a fine quality maple frame with brass mount.

Excellent condition throughout.

Dimensions (framed):-

Width: 47cm

Height: 34cm

Depth: 1.75.cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated these Oil Painting Bird Nests to the 1910s.

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
1.8cm (0.71")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1218248
Dealers Internal Ref
8005
Harrington Antiques
Harrington Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2021

Antiques & decorative interior pieces.

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Archive I An antique oil painting on board depicts two bird nests containing eggs alongside flowering primroses, enclosed within a decorative figured wood frame. SOLD5 JUL 26

Still Life of Bird Nests and Primroses - Oil on Board.

Archive II An antique oil painting on board depicts two bird nests containing eggs alongside flowering primroses, enclosed within a decorative figured wood frame. View II
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An antique oil painting on board depicts two bird nests containing eggs alongside flowering primroses, enclosed within a decorative figured wood frame.
Still Life of Bird Nests and Primroses - Oil On Board.
Ref: SA1218248
An antique oil painting on board depicts two bird nests containing eggs alongside flowering primroses, enclosed within a decorative figured wood frame.
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  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOil paint, wood board, burr wood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBird nests with eggs, Primrose flowers, Figured wood grain frame
  • SizeH 34 cm (13 in) x W 47 cm (19 in) x D 1.8 cm (1 in)

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Still life paintings featuring natural elements like bird nests and spring flowers gained significant popularity during the 19th century, reflecting a Victorian fascination with natural history, botany, and meticulous observation of the natural world.

These works were commonly executed in oil paint applied to prepared wooden panels (oil on board) or canvas, housed within substantial frames crafted from hardwoods such as burr walnut, rosewood, or gilt gesso.

Authentication involves examining the pigment composition, the ageing of the oil medium under ultraviolet light, the construction and wood species of the panel, and the characteristics of the framing materials and fixings on the reverse.

This piece can serve as a focal point in traditional or transitional spaces, hung against dark or muted walls to highlight the warm tones of the wooden frame and the subtle colour palette of the flora.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent pigment fading, and keeping the artwork away from direct heat sources to protect both the wooden panel and the paint layer.
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