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William Henry Earp Signed Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting Loch Leven Scotland Scottish Landscape
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William Henry Earp Signed Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting Loch Leven Scotland Scottish Landscape

19th century
Description

Artist: William Henry Earp

Medium: Watercolour on paper

Subject: Loch Leven, Scotland

Signature: Signed W H Earp lower right

Framing: Framed and mounted

Period: Late 19th century

Items which are presented in frames are usually the old original frames which came with the artwork. We would typically only remove the frames if they were severely broken or damaged. In line with our conservation ethos, we believe that a painting should be sold within its original setting rather than re-presenting in a contemporary mount & frame unless necessary. Customers also prefer to choose their own way of presenting their painting or engraving. Frames therefore WILL have wear, discolouration or damage in line with their age.

When we value and sell artwork, we provide the frame free. We do not accept liability for damage caused to frame in transit. We are more than happy to remove frames before posting at the customer’s request.

Condition: Good antique condition overall. Colours remain attractive. A couple of small dark marks are visible in the sky area. Frame has light age-related wear. Please study all photographs carefully as these form part of the description.

Approximate Size of artwork including mount 72 x 43 cm (mount aperture size approx. 52 x 23 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Scottish Landscape Watercolour Painting to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 09639582
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Signed lower right in dark pigment: William Henry Earp.
Tall vertical composition with luminous mountain washes: typical of late 19th-century Highland views.
Light, even toning across the paper: natural aging of Victorian watercolour paper.
Small scattered brown foxing spots in the sky: age marks in the sheet.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1234226
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*In the unlikely event that you are not happy with your purchase, for any reason, we will always accept returns and offer a no quibble refund if notified within 14 days of receiving the item and returned to us in the same condition. The buyer is however, liable for the return postal charges.

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Description
Artist: William Henry Earp

Medium: Watercolour on paper

Subject: Loch Leven, Scotland

Signature: Signed W H Earp lower right

Framing: Framed and mounted

Period: Late 19th century

Items which are presented in frames are usually the old original frames which came with the artwork. We would typically only remove the frames if they were severely broken or damaged.

“
In line with our conservation ethos, we believe that a painting should be sold within its original setting rather than re-presenting in a contemporary mount & frame unless necessary.
Strickland & Russell

Customers also prefer to choose their own way of presenting their painting or engraving. Frames therefore WILL have wear, discolouration or damage in line with their age.

fig 1. A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat.
fig 1. William Henry Earp Signed Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting Loch Leven Scotland Scottish Landscape

When we value and sell artwork, we provide the frame free. We do not accept liability for damage caused to frame in transit. We are more than happy to remove frames before posting at the customer’s request.

fig 2. A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat.
fig 2. William Henry Earp Signed Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting Loch Leven Scotland Scottish Landscape

Condition: Good antique condition overall. Colours remain attractive. A couple of small dark marks are visible in the sky area. Frame has light age-related wear. Please study all photographs carefully as these form part of the description.

Approximate Size of artwork including mount 72 x 43 cm (mount aperture size approx. 52 x 23 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Scottish Landscape Watercolour Painting to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09639582
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Signed lower right in dark pigment: William Henry Earp.
Tall vertical composition with luminous mountain washes: typical of late 19th-century Highland views.
Light, even toning across the paper: natural aging of Victorian watercolour paper.
Small scattered brown foxing spots in the sky: age marks in the sheet.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234226
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Archive I A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat.

William Henry Earp Signed Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting Loch Leven Scotland Scottish Landscape

Archive II A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat. View II
Archive III A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat. View III
Archive IV A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat. View IV
Archive V A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat. View V
Archive VI A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat. View VI
Archive VII A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat. View VII
Archive VIII A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat. View VIII
Archive IX A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat. View IX
Archive X A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat. View X
Archive XI A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat. View XI
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A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat.
William Henry Earp Signed Original late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting Loch Leven Scotland Scottish Landscape
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A vertical late 19th-century watercolour painting depicting a misty Scottish loch surrounded by steep mountain cliffs and a small sailboat.
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  • ObjectWatercolour Painting
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Landscape Painting
  • MaterialPaper, Watercolour Pigment
  • ColourEarth Tones
  • MotifsMountain peaks, Loch scenery, Atmospheric mist, Sailboat
  • SizeH 72 cm (28 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

This late 19th-century Victorian landscape painting is an original watercolour on paper by the artist William Henry Earp, signed W H Earp in the lower right corner. The artwork depicts a misty Scottish loch scene featuring towering mountain peaks, steep rocky cliffs, a small sailboat on the water, and a foreground of earth tones with scattered stones and pebbles. The composition presents atmospheric mist drifting between the peaks, soft washes of blue and green across the sky and distant slopes, and warm brown and ochre tones on the shoreline rocks. The piece is presented within an old original frame and mount, showing light age-related wear, with attractive remaining colours and a couple of small dark marks in the sky area. The overall dimensions measure 72 cm high, 43 cm wide, and 2 cm deep. Suitable for display in a traditional domestic interior, this framed artwork hangs well on a staircase wall or within a highland hunting lodge style study or hallway. The vertical orientation accommodates narrow wall spaces alongside existing period pictures. The traditional Scottish landscape theme complements heritage decor schemes, period townhouses, or country cottages seeking authentic Victorian watercolours.

FAQs

19th-century British watercolour landscapes are characterised by water-based pigments applied to rag paper, focusing on natural light, topographical accuracy, and dramatic mountain or coastal scenery popularized by artists of the period.

Artists used ground mineral and plant pigments bound with gum arabic, applied onto thick cotton or linen rag paper. Paintings were often mounted onto board and protected behind glass to prevent atmospheric damage.

Authentic period watercolours show natural paper ageing, such as mild foxing or subtle toning, artist signatures executed in contemporary ink or watercolour, and period-appropriate mounting techniques.

Mount the artwork in a understated wood or gilded frame and display it alongside contemporary furniture, inside a gallery wall arrangement, or above a wooden sideboard to create textural contrast.

Display the artwork away from direct sunlight and moisture sources. Frame it using acid-free mounting board and UV-filtering protective glass to prevent pigment fading and paper deterioration.
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