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Fred Dade "Off Scarborough". Large Marine Oil Painting.
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Fred Dade "Off Scarborough". Large Marine Oil Painting.

1900 - 1920
Description

Artist: Frederick (Fred) Dade (1874-1908). British.

Title: "To The Rescue". Coble in rough sea off the Yorkshire Coast.

Signed and dated 1900. Oil on canvas.

Size: 40"x 30". Framed size: 49"x 39".

A very good large and important example of Dade's work.

Now painting and frame cleaned.

In very good ready to hang condition. Free UK delivery. Trade enquiries welcome.

For more info please contact us at:

Tel: 01677 424830

Mob: 07885 175279

Email: williamgreenwoodfineart@gmail.com

Frederick Dade was born in Scarborough in 1874. Along with other important artists of the time he studied at Scarborough School of Art under Albert Strange and was among the prizewinners in 1891 and 1892. He carried on working and exhibiting in this area and also has pictures in important collections including London's National Maritime Museum, and the public art galleries of Whitby and Scarborough.

Physical Dimensions
Height
124.5cm (49.02")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
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William Greenwood Fine Art has dated this Antique Marine Oil Painting to the 1900s.

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Description
Artist: Frederick (Fred) Dade (1874-1908). British.

Title: "To The Rescue". Coble in rough sea off the Yorkshire Coast.

Signed and dated 1900. Oil on canvas.

Size: 40"x 30". Framed size: 49"x 39".

A very good large and important example of Dade's work.

fig 1. An antique marine oil painting depicting three fishermen in a small wooden boat navigating turbulent grey seas.
fig 1. Fred Dade "Off Scarborough". Large Marine Oil Painting.

Now painting and frame cleaned.

In very good ready to hang condition. Free UK delivery. Trade enquiries welcome.

For more info please contact us at:

Tel: 01677 424830

Mob: 07885 175279

Email: williamgreenwoodfineart@gmail.com

Frederick Dade was born in Scarborough in 1874.

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Along with other important artists of the time he studied at Scarborough School of Art under Albert Strange and was among the prizewinners in 1891 and 1892.
William Greenwood Fine Art

He carried on working and exhibiting in this area and also has pictures in important collections including London's National Maritime Museum, and the public art galleries of Whitby and Scarborough.

Height
124.5cm (49.02")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

William Greenwood Fine Art has dated this Antique Marine Oil Painting to the 1900s.

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SA866403
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wgp
William Greenwood Fine Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2012
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An antique marine oil painting depicting three fishermen in a small wooden boat navigating turbulent grey seas.
Fred Dade "Off Scarborough". Large Marine Oil Painting.
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An antique marine oil painting depicting three fishermen in a small wooden boat navigating turbulent grey seas.
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  • ObjectOil Painting
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian Maritime
  • MaterialOil on Canvas
  • ColourMuted Grey
  • MotifsRowing boat, Stormy sea, Fishermen, Impasto brushwork
  • SizeH 124.5 cm (49 in) x W 99 cm (39 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

This oil painting on canvas belongs to the Edwardian period of 1900, created in an Edwardian maritime style with impasto brushwork. The artwork presents a muted grey palette featuring a stormy sea, a small wooden rowing boat with red hull details, and fishermen in dark coats. Visible details include signature and date lettering in the lower left corner, turbulent white-capped water textures, and distant cliff formations. The physical piece measures 124.5 cm high, 99 cm wide, and 8 cm deep. Positioned in a home today, this piece suits placement above a sideboard in a coastal retreat interior. The cleaned frame and canvas arrive in a ready to hang condition suitable for display in living areas, dining spaces, or studies. Viewers can appreciate the narrative depicting a coble on the Yorkshire coast from a British regional artist connected to public art collections.

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Turn-of-the-century British marine painting focuses on atmospheric depictions of seafaring life, coastal landscapes, and the volatile conditions of the sea. Artists captured working vessels and turbulent waters using realistic detail and expressive brushwork.

These artworks typically feature oil pigments applied onto stretched linen canvas, artist board, or wooden panels. Stretcher frames were crafted from softwood with mitred corners, often housed within carved wooden frames.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural craquelure across the paint surface, historic oxidation on the reverse of the canvas, and period artist signatures or dates. Examining the frame construction and natural patina helps confirm original age.

Hang a dramatic seascape above a minimalist sideboard or mantelpiece to create a strong focal point. Combining classic figurative artwork with clean, contemporary furniture balances historical narrative art with modern aesthetic simplicity.

Keep the painting away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity to prevent cracking and canvas distortion. Dust the surface gently with a dry, soft brush and consult a professional conservator for specialized cleaning.
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