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An Early 19th Century Naïve Painting

19th century
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A small early 19th century naïve oil painting on oak panel, of cows watering at a stream, with seated figures, boats and a cottage, and with trees in the background, under a sunlit sky. In a bird’s eye maple frame with a gilt slip.

English, circa 1830.

Size of panel: 23 cm x 34 cm

Condition: Overall good, there is an old repair to the panel. The painting has been cleaned at some point, some time ago. The frame, whilst possibly not original, is commensurate with the age of the painting.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
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Chequers Antiques has dated this Antique Naive Pastoral Painting to the 19th Century.

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SA661423
Description
A small early 19th century naïve oil painting on oak panel, of cows watering at a stream, with seated figures, boats and a cottage, and with trees in the background, under a sunlit sky. In a bird’s eye maple frame with a gilt slip.
fig 1. An early 19th-century naive oil painting depicting cattle and figures by a river landscape within a thick wooden frame.
fig 1. An Early 19th Century Naïve Painting

English, circa 1830.

Size of panel: 23 cm x 34 cm

Condition: Overall good, there is an old repair to the panel. The painting has been cleaned at some point, some time ago. The frame, whilst possibly not original, is commensurate with the age of the painting.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Chequers Antiques has dated this Antique Naive Pastoral Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA661423
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The Playhouse Gallery
Lombard Street
Petworth
West Sussex
GU28 0AG
United Kingdom
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Location: The Playhouse Gallery, Lombard Street, Petworth, West Sussex, GU28 0AG, United Kingdom
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An early 19th-century naive oil painting depicting cattle and figures by a river landscape within a thick wooden frame.
An early 19th century naïve painting
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An early 19th-century naive oil painting depicting cattle and figures by a river landscape within a thick wooden frame.
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Naive landscape art from this period refers to works created by self-taught artists operating outside formal academic institutions. These paintings typically feature simplified forms, flattened perspective, and a direct visual narrative focused on everyday rural themes such as farming, livestock, and local scenery.

Artists generally used oil paints applied onto stretched linen canvas, cotton duck, or solid wooden panels. Frames from this era were frequently constructed from timber with hand-applied gilding, wood veneer, or painted finishes, often featuring a gilded inner slip to frame the canvas.

Authentic period paintings display genuine signs of age, including natural varnish yellowing and fine craquelure patterns across the paint surface. Examining the reverse often reveals aged timber stretchers or panels, hand-cut joinery, iron tacking nails, and a natural darkening of the canvas weave.

A naive antique painting works well when displayed above a timber sideboard, a fireplace mantle, or grouped within a curated gallery wall. Pairing traditional artwork with modern minimalist decor or classic timber furniture creates visual interest through contrast.

Keep the painting away from direct sunlight, damp areas, and intense heat sources to prevent cracking or warping. Dust the frame gently with a dry, soft-bristled brush, and consult a qualified art conservator for deep cleaning or structural repairs.
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