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Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London
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Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London

1940 - 1960
For Sale by Artsonline
Description

Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London

Brief Description:

This is a large, outstanding mid-20th-century Impressionist oil on canvas painting depicting a wonderful view across the River Thames in London, with Westminster Bridge, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben rising majestically in the distance.

The beautiful image portrays the unmistakable London skyline beneath an expansive, softly illuminated sky, using a delightful palette of pastel blues, lavender, muted pinks and warm golden tones.

The foreground features traditional Thames working boats and figures, their reflections beautifully rendered in the gently rippling water through confident, expressive Impressionist brushwork.

A wonderfully evocative composition that captures the timeless charm and atmosphere of historic London.

The painting is signed in the lower-left corner and is beautifully presented within an attractive, decorative gilt frame with a contrasting pale inner slip.

Attributes:

Medium: Original Oil on Canvas.

Period: Mid-20th Century.

Subject: River Thames, Westminster Bridge, Houses of Parliament & Big Ben, London.

Style: Impressionist / Atmospheric Cityscape.

Condition:

Both the painting and the frame are offered in superb original condition.

Overall Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 29.6'' | 75.1 cm

Width: 41.7'' | 105.9 cm

Depth: 1.6'' | 4 cm

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*A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

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Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated this Antique London Oil Painting to the 1950s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
105.9cm (41.69")
Width
75.1cm (29.57")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
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SA1244510
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Description
Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London

Brief Description:

This is a large, outstanding mid-20th-century Impressionist oil on canvas painting depicting a wonderful view across the River Thames in London, with Westminster Bridge, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben rising majestically in the distance.

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The beautiful image portrays the unmistakable London skyline beneath an expansive, softly illuminated sky, using a delightful palette of pastel blues, lavender, muted pinks and warm golden tones.
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fig 1. An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame.
fig 1. Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London

The foreground features traditional Thames working boats and figures, their reflections beautifully rendered in the gently rippling water through confident, expressive Impressionist brushwork.

A wonderfully evocative composition that captures the timeless charm and atmosphere of historic London.

fig 2. An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame.
fig 2. Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London

The painting is signed in the lower-left corner and is beautifully presented within an attractive, decorative gilt frame with a contrasting pale inner slip.

Attributes:

Medium: Original Oil on Canvas.

Period: Mid-20th Century.

fig 3. An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame.
fig 3. Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London

Subject: River Thames, Westminster Bridge, Houses of Parliament & Big Ben, London.

Style: Impressionist / Atmospheric Cityscape.

Condition:

Both the painting and the frame are offered in superb original condition.

fig 4. An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame.
fig 4. Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London

Overall Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 29.6'' | 75.1 cm

Width: 41.7'' | 105.9 cm

Depth: 1.6'' | 4 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

fig 5. An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame.
fig 5. Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell.

fig 6. An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame.
fig 6. Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.

fig 7. An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame.
fig 7. Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London

Returns Policy

Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy

(excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging).

Pay securely - Telephone orders are welcome

Image result for payments accepted logos

Secure-Payment-VPADeb-sa-la-go-th-et-an-gt-0024086-BACS-Order-PayPal-M/Card

Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated this Antique London Oil Painting to the 1950s.

Height
105.9cm (41.69")
Width
75.1cm (29.57")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244510
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Archive I An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame.

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Archive II An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame. View II
Archive III An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame. View III
Archive IV An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame. View IV
Archive V An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame. View V
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An impressionistic antique oil painting depicting barges on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben silhouetted in the background, set within a gilded frame.
Outstanding Antique Oil Painting - River Thames, Houses of Parliament, London
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  • ObjectOil Painting
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleImpressionism
  • MaterialOil on Canvas, Giltwood, Linen
  • ColourBlue and Gold
  • MotifsImpasto brushwork, Gilt frame, Architectural silhouette, Linen slip
  • SizeH 105.9 cm (42 in) x W 75.1 cm (30 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

This mid-20th-century Impressionist oil on canvas painting depicts a London cityscape featuring the River Thames, Westminster Bridge, the Houses of Parliament, and Big Ben. Rendered in an Impressionist style, the artwork employs pastel blues, lavender, muted pinks, and warm golden tones under a soft sky, complemented by textured impasto brushwork, a signature in the lower-left corner, and a pale linen slip within a decorative gilt frame displaying layered, stepped mouldings. The overall framed piece measures 105.9 cm wide, 75.1 cm high, and 4 cm deep. Appropriate for English Country House interior schemes, the painting hangs successfully above the mantel in a living room, study, or drawing room to bring historic atmospheric charm to residential spaces.

FAQs

Traditional British cityscape and river scenes often focus on historic waterways such as the River Thames, incorporating landmark architecture alongside commercial river vessels. These works frequently utilise atmospheric perspective, capturing grey-blue light, fog, and water reflections with realistic or impressionistic brushwork.

Antique oil paintings are generally executed in oil-based pigments on stretched linen canvas or wooden panels. Frames from these eras are commonly constructed from carved wood, embellished with plaster moulding, finished in gold leaf, and often include a cloth or linen inner slip.

Authentic oil paintings can be identified by examining the natural age craquelure across the paint layer, natural canvas darkening on the reverse, hand-carved joinery on stretcher bars, artist signatures, and historic framer labels.

An antique cityscape painting serves as a refined focal point when placed centrally above a fireplace mantelpiece or modern sideboard. Contrast the historic subject matter and gilt frame by pairing it with contemporary, clean-lined furniture and neutral wall shades.

Maintain an oil painting by dusting it lightly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or camel-hair brush. Avoid water, alcohol, or commercial cleaners, and position the artwork away from direct sunlight, radiators, and areas with fluctuating humidity.
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