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Peter Spink 1959 Original Vintage Ink Drawing of Hills Boatyard River Ouse York
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Peter Spink 1959 Original Vintage Ink Drawing of Hills Boatyard River Ouse York

1940 - 1960
Description

Type of Artwork - Original pen and ink drawing on paper.

Artist and Signature - Peter Spink.

Subject - An attractive original pen and ink drawing capturing the character of Hill's Boatyard on York's River Ouse. Executed with confident line work and an excellent sense of atmosphere, the artist has successfully portrayed the working boatyard, surrounding buildings and mature trees in a lively yet controlled style.

The reverse bears contemporary handwritten inscriptions reading "Hill's Boatyard", "May 1959" and "Peter Spink, York", adding interesting provenance to the piece.

A delightful original work that will appeal to collectors of York topographical art, maritime subjects and original British works on paper.

Approximate Age - Dated May 1959 by inscription verso.

Is the Artwork Framed or Mounted? - No.

The drawing is supplied unframed and unmounted.

Size - 36 x 26 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
0.02cm (0.01")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Vintage Ink Landscape Drawing to the 1950s.

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SA1225285
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Description
Type of Artwork - Original pen and ink drawing on paper.

Artist and Signature - Peter Spink.

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Subject - An attractive original pen and ink drawing capturing the character of Hill's Boatyard on York's River Ouse.
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Executed with confident line work and an excellent sense of atmosphere, the artist has successfully portrayed the working boatyard, surrounding buildings and mature trees in a lively yet controlled style.

fig 1. A monochrome pen and ink drawing illustrating a large tree beside the River Ouse in York with a moored boat and buildings in the background.
fig 1. Peter Spink 1959 Original Vintage Ink Drawing of Hills Boatyard River Ouse York

The reverse bears contemporary handwritten inscriptions reading "Hill's Boatyard", "May 1959" and "Peter Spink, York", adding interesting provenance to the piece.

A delightful original work that will appeal to collectors of York topographical art, maritime subjects and original British works on paper.

Approximate Age - Dated May 1959 by inscription verso.

Is the Artwork Framed or Mounted? - No.

The drawing is supplied unframed and unmounted.

Size - 36 x 26 cm

Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
0.02cm (0.01")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Vintage Ink Landscape Drawing to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1225285
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A monochrome pen and ink drawing illustrating a large tree beside the River Ouse in York with a moored boat and buildings in the background.
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Archive I A monochrome pen and ink drawing illustrating a large tree beside the River Ouse in York with a moored boat and buildings in the background.

Peter Spink 1959 Original Vintage Ink Drawing of Hills Boatyard River Ouse York

Archive II A monochrome pen and ink drawing illustrating a large tree beside the River Ouse in York with a moored boat and buildings in the background. View II
Archive III A monochrome pen and ink drawing illustrating a large tree beside the River Ouse in York with a moored boat and buildings in the background. View III
Archive IV A monochrome pen and ink drawing illustrating a large tree beside the River Ouse in York with a moored boat and buildings in the background. View IV
Archive V A monochrome pen and ink drawing illustrating a large tree beside the River Ouse in York with a moored boat and buildings in the background. View V
Archive VI A monochrome pen and ink drawing illustrating a large tree beside the River Ouse in York with a moored boat and buildings in the background. View VI
Archive VII A monochrome pen and ink drawing illustrating a large tree beside the River Ouse in York with a moored boat and buildings in the background. View VII
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A monochrome pen and ink drawing illustrating a large tree beside the River Ouse in York with a moored boat and buildings in the background.
Peter Spink 1959 Original Vintage Ink Drawing of Hills Boatyard River Ouse York
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A monochrome pen and ink drawing illustrating a large tree beside the River Ouse in York with a moored boat and buildings in the background.
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  • ObjectOriginal Artwork
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialPaper, Ink
  • ColourMonochrome
  • MotifsCross-hatching, Pen and ink line work, River landscape motif, Architectural sketch
  • SizeH 26 cm (10 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 0.02 cm (0 in)

This original mid-century modern ink drawing on paper depicts a river landscape motif of Hill's Boatyard on the River Ouse in York. Executed in 1959 by artist Peter Spink, the piece employs monochrome cross-hatching, varied pen and ink line work, and an architectural sketch style. The artwork features visible creasing across the paper surface, hand-drawn detailing on the buildings and boat, and handwritten inscriptions on the reverse. Measuring 36 cm wide by 26 cm high and 0.02 cm deep, the unframed and unmounted artwork suits placement on a narrow wall space in a study, library, or hallway. Collectors of British works on paper and maritime subjects can display the piece mounted and framed to complement traditional or mid-century interior aesthetics.

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Mid-century British ink drawings often feature atmospheric topographical or landscape scenes rendered in pen and ink, capturing architectural, industrial, and rural settings with expressive line work and hatch shading.

Artists during this period typically executed work using permanent India ink, fountain pens, or dip nibs on various paper stocks, ranging from smooth cartridge paper to textured watercolour boards.

Authentic works show original hand-drawn lines with natural variations in ink density, evidence of age to the paper stock such as mild yellowing or foxing, and often artist signatures or dates in graphite or ink.

Monochrome ink drawings pair exceptionally well with contemporary gallery walls, dark wood accents, or neutral minimalist spaces, particularly when mounted in modern thin black or natural oak frames.

To preserve ink drawings, frame them using acid-free mounting materials and UV-protective glass, ensuring the paper is kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity areas to prevent fading and foxing.
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