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Superb Oil on Canvas Painting by William Mellor 'Ulverston from the Lakeland Hills'
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Superb Oil on Canvas Painting by William Mellor 'Ulverston from the Lakeland Hills'

19th century
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A fine quality Victorian oil on canvas by Yorkshire born artist Willam Mellor 'Ulverston from the Lakeland Hills' c.1890. Superbly painted in typical Mellor style with rich greens and Autumn tones to the trees, the sun shining through the mountainous background with sheep grazing and calm waters to the lake. Signed by the artist bottom right, and titled by the artist to the rear. William Mellor (1851-1931) was born in Barnsley, Yorkshire and painted extensively in Yorkshire, Wales and the Scottish highlands. Well known for his meticulous and delicate painting of trees and foliage, he is a highly regarded and collected artist. Presented in excellent condition and sat in a decorative timber gilt frame. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
58.5cm (23.03")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Landscape Oil Painting to the Victorian era.

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Stock number CS453
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A fine quality Victorian oil on canvas by Yorkshire born artist Willam Mellor 'Ulverston from the Lakeland Hills' c.1890.
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Superbly painted in typical Mellor style with rich greens and Autumn tones to the trees, the sun shining through the mountainous background with sheep grazing and calm waters to the lake.
Sturmans Antiques

Signed by the artist bottom right, and titled by the artist to the rear. William Mellor (1851-1931) was born in Barnsley, Yorkshire and painted extensively in Yorkshire, Wales and the Scottish highlands. Well known for his meticulous and delicate painting of trees and foliage, he is a highly regarded and collected artist. Presented in excellent condition and sat in a decorative timber gilt frame. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
58.5cm (23.03")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Landscape Oil Painting to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1237110
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number CS453
Sturmans Antiques
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Archive I A Victorian landscape oil painting depicting a Lake District scene with hills and trees, enclosed in an ornate gold gilt frame.

Superb Oil on Canvas Painting by William Mellor 'Ulverston from the Lakeland Hills'

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A Victorian landscape oil painting depicting a Lake District scene with hills and trees, enclosed in an ornate gold gilt frame.
Superb Oil on Canvas Painting by William Mellor 'Ulverston from the Lakeland Hills'
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  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOil on Canvas, Gilt Wood
  • ColourGold and Green
  • MotifsShell cresting, Swept gilt frame, Acanthus scrolls, Landscape composition
  • SizeH 58.5 cm (23 in) x W 84 cm (33 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

This Victorian oil on canvas painting by William Mellor, titled 'Ulverston from the Lakeland Hills', depicts a pastoral Lake District landscape with grazing sheep, gentle mountains, and calm waters. The artwork uses rich autumn tones alongside vibrant greens and features a signature at the bottom right. It is housed within a decorative timber gilt frame characterised by swept contours, prominent shell cresting at the top and bottom centres, and intricate acanthus scrollwork at the corners. The piece measures 58.5 cm high, 84 cm wide, and 5 cm deep. Suitable for an English Country House interior aesthetic, this framed painting brings traditional landscape charm to a home setting. It is typically positioned above the mantel in a principal reception room or study to serve as a focal point. The surface shows clear preservation within its ornate gilded housing, making it a fitting addition to wall spaces requiring a classic British artistic accent.

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Victorian landscape paintings typically emphasize detailed naturalism, atmospheric light, and countryside topography. Artists during this era focused on capturing Britains rural regions, lakes, and mountain scenery using rich oil glazes and meticulous brushwork.

Paintings from this era were rendered using oil pigments applied onto stretched linen or cotton canvas. Frames were constructed from carved wood or molded plaster composition finished with genuine gold leaf gilding.

Authentic 19th-century paintings exhibit natural age-related craquelure across the paint surface, historic canvas stretching techniques, and oxidisation on the timber stretcher bars and frame reverse. Artist signatures and canvas maker stamps also help establish period authenticity.

A gilt-framed landscape painting can be styled as a central statement piece above a mantelpiece or console table. The warmth of the gilded frame contrasts effectively against modern matte paint finishes and neutral plaster walls.

Display the artwork away from direct sunlight, dampness, and heat sources to prevent canvas warping and paint flaking. Clean the surface gently with a soft dry brush, avoiding water, chemical solvent cleaners, or abrasive cloths.
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