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19th Century Watercolour Fishing Harbour
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19th Century Watercolour Fishing Harbour

19th century
Description

This is a charming watercolour of a 19th century coastal scene in an attractive colour palette and a delightful hand enamelled frame.

The watercolour nicely depicts coastal life in the 1800s with sailing vessels and fisherwomen mending nets on the shore line.

The painting is in excellent condition measuring 40 cms by 36 cms overall including the frame.

UK insured packing and delivery is £10

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Nineteenth Century Marine Watercolour to the 19th Century.

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SA1222554
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Description
This is a charming watercolour of a 19th century coastal scene in an attractive colour palette and a delightful hand enamelled frame.
The watercolour nicely depicts coastal life in the 1800s with sailing vessels and fisherwomen mending nets on the shore line.
Rams Head Antiques

The painting is in excellent condition measuring 40 cms by 36 cms overall including the frame.

UK insured packing and delivery is £10

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Nineteenth Century Marine Watercolour to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1222554
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Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
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A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting masted fishing boats stranded on a sandy shoreline alongside figures in traditional clothing.
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Archive I A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting masted fishing boats stranded on a sandy shoreline alongside figures in traditional clothing.

19th Century Watercolour Fishing Harbour

Archive II A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting masted fishing boats stranded on a sandy shoreline alongside figures in traditional clothing. View II
Archive III A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting masted fishing boats stranded on a sandy shoreline alongside figures in traditional clothing. View III
Archive IV A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting masted fishing boats stranded on a sandy shoreline alongside figures in traditional clothing. View IV
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Durham
United Kingdom
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Rams Head Antiques
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A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting masted fishing boats stranded on a sandy shoreline alongside figures in traditional clothing.
19th Century Watercolour Fishing Harbour
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A framed 19th-century watercolour painting depicting masted fishing boats stranded on a sandy shoreline alongside figures in traditional clothing.
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Marine watercolours of the 19th century typically feature working harbours, shipping vessels, and coastal topography. Artists focused on atmospheric light, water reflections, and detailed representations of seafaring life, reflective of the eras expanding maritime industry.

These works were executed using water-soluble pigments applied to heavy cotton rag paper. Framing typically incorporated double mounting, wooden frames with gilding or patterned finishes, and protective glass.

Authentic works often show age-appropriate paper toning or foxing, evidence of hand-mixed pigments, and pencil underdrawing. Examining the paper texture under magnification and inspecting period-correct mounting or backing materials also aids identification.

A classic coastal watercolour can be hung above a console table, sideboard, or integrated into a gallery wall with mixed mediums. Neutral matting and historic subject matter complement both traditional schemes and muted coastal interiors.

Display watercolours away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent pigment fading and paper degradation. Utilize UV-protective glass and conservation-grade, acid-free mounting boards during reframing.
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