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Kenneth Cozens 1957 Signed Original Mid 20th Century Oil Painting on Board Old Barges on the Tees Maritime British Landscape
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Kenneth Cozens 1957 Signed Original Mid 20th Century Oil Painting on Board Old Barges on the Tees Maritime British Landscape

1940 - 1960
Description

Type of artwork: Original Oil Painting

Surface: Painting

Artist and signature: Kenneth Cozens (1920-2000)

Approximate age of artwork: Circa Post War

Depiction or Location: Old Barges on the Tees, Maritime Scene

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Framed, as shown Important notice regarding frames – please read carefully.

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 report: The artwork is considered to be in fair to good condition in line with age. The canvas board has developed a slight concave bow and may benefit from professional flattening or suitable additional support to the reverse. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Approximate Size of artwork including frame 56 x 46 cm (board size approx. 43 x 36 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Maritime Oil Painting Board to the 1950s.

Independent Date Check ID 09643859
Dealer's Item Date1950s
Sellingantiques Date1950s
Sellingantiques agingItem is 69 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1950s:
Signed and dated K Cozens 1957 lower left: fixes the date.
Roberson canvas sketching board label on reverse: standard British art supplies of the period.
Handwritten paper label to reverse citing Middlesbrough address: period artist studio labelling.
Natural gentle concavity to the composite board: long-term movement in organic materials.

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
46cm (18.11")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1234837
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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
Type of artwork: Original Oil Painting

Surface: Painting

Artist and signature: Kenneth Cozens (1920-2000)

Approximate age of artwork: Circa Post War

Depiction or Location: Old Barges on the Tees, Maritime Scene

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Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Framed, as shown Important notice regarding frames – please read carefully.
Strickland & Russell
fig 1. A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide.
fig 1. Kenneth Cozens 1957 Signed Original Mid 20th Century Oil Painting on Board Old Barges on the Tees Maritime British Landscape

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.

fig 2. A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide.
fig 2. Kenneth Cozens 1957 Signed Original Mid 20th Century Oil Painting on Board Old Barges on the Tees Maritime British 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 3. A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide.
fig 3. Kenneth Cozens 1957 Signed Original Mid 20th Century Oil Painting on Board Old Barges on the Tees Maritime British Landscape

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in fair to good condition in line with age. The canvas board has developed a slight concave bow and may benefit from professional flattening or suitable additional support to the reverse. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Approximate Size of artwork including frame 56 x 46 cm (board size approx. 43 x 36 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Maritime Oil Painting Board to the 1950s.

Independent Date Report ID 09643859
Dealer's Item Date1950s
Sellingantiques dating1950s
Sellingantiques agingItem is 69 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1950s:
Signed and dated K Cozens 1957 lower left: fixes the date.
Roberson canvas sketching board label on reverse: standard British art supplies of the period.
Handwritten paper label to reverse citing Middlesbrough address: period artist studio labelling.
Natural gentle concavity to the composite board: long-term movement in organic materials.

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
46cm (18.11")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234837
Strickland & Russell
Strickland & Russell
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Archive I A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide.

Kenneth Cozens 1957 Signed Original Mid 20th Century Oil Painting on Board Old Barges on the Tees Maritime British Landscape

Archive II A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide. View II
Archive III A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide. View III
Archive IV A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide. View IV
Archive V A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide. View V
Archive VI A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide. View VI
Archive VII A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide. View VII
Archive VIII A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide. View VIII
Archive IX A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide. View IX
Archive X A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide. View X
Archive XI A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide. View XI
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A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide.
Kenneth Cozens 1957 Signed Original mid 20th Century Oil Painting on Board Old Barges on the Tees Maritime British Landscape
Ref: SA1234837
A mid-century oil painting on board depicting wooden barges and boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectOil Paintings
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StylePost-War British
  • MaterialOil, Board
  • ColourMuted Grey
  • MotifsMoored barges, Low tide mudflat, Impasto brushwork, Harbour scene
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

This original oil painting on board is a mid-century work dating from the 1950s by the British artist Kenneth Cozens. Rendered in a post-war British style with visible impasto brushwork, the composition depicts moored wooden barges and smaller boats resting on a muddy riverbed at low tide. The palette consists of muted greys, earthy browns, dusty blues, and dull greens across the water, hulls, and muddy shores. Signed in the lower left corner by the artist, the piece measures 46 cm high, 56 cm wide, and 3 cm deep, and shows fair to good condition with a slight concave bow to the board. Suitably sized for placement above a sideboard in a coastal retreat or maritime-inspired interior, the painting brings an atmospheric coastal scene into the home. It is housed in a period frame that exhibits age-related wear, discolouration, and minor damage, preserving its original presentation. The artwork captures a Tees maritime landscape with textured application of paint and a weathered visual character, offering an authentic piece of mid-century coastal art for a living room, study, or hallway display.

FAQs

Mid-20th-century British maritime paintings often reflected post-war industrial landscapes, coastal riverways, and everyday working vessels. Artists used expressive brushwork and muted, earth-toned palettes to document working harbours and riverbanks.

During the 1950s, artists frequently painted with oil media applied directly to hardboard, artist board, or stretched canvas. Board was particularly popular due to its stability, durability, and cost-effectiveness for plein air sketching.

Authentic mid-century works typically feature period-correct board backing, natural surface ageing, and period signatures or dates near the bottom edges. Inspecting the texture of impasto layers and original frame wear helps confirm authenticity.

Pair maritime oils featuring muted grey and brown tones with modern neutral interiors, natural wood furniture, or industrial brick accents. Displaying the piece above a sideboard or fireplace creates a grounding focal point.

Keep oil paintings away from direct sunlight, excess humidity, and direct heat sources to prevent surface cracking. Dust gently with a clean, dry microfibre cloth and avoid using chemical liquids or water.
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