Regent Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
The painting of the rugged coastline features a sandy beach with a rock outcrop framing the gentle waves lapping on the shore, with sailboats and sea gulls in the distance, contrasted against a cloudy sky.
Several examples of his work have sold at top auction houses.
Condition:
In excellent condition; please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 45 cm x Width 65 cm x Depth 3 cm - Frame
Height 40 cm x Width 60 cm - Painting
Dimensions in inches:
Height 1 foot, 6 inches x Width 2 foot, 2 inches x Depth 1 inch - Frame
Height 1 foot, 4 inches x Width 2 feet - Painting
William Langley
William Langley was a nineteenth-century British landscape painter. One of his favourite subjects was scenes of the Scottish Highlands, often featuring cattle.
He is mentioned in Hidden Talents. A dictionary of Neglected Artists Working 1880-1950 by Jeremy Wood (published 1994):
"Painter in oil of rural landscapes and coastal scenes who was working in the early 1900s. The subjects of this prolific artist included views in Cornwall, the South of England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. Among the titles of known works are 'On the Lledr', 'Wee Bridge, Killarney', 'In the Glen', and 'Sunshine after Rain, a Village in the Thames'. The work shows a distinct similarity to that of several artists working at the time and the signature could possibly be a pseudonym. The pictures are often large and decorative and have become increasingly popular in recent years."
Our reference: A5434A
Regent Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
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Antique Oil Painting William Langley (English 1852-1922) Beach Scene 19th C
