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Oil on Canvas by Albert-ernest Brockbank. "The Pond Yacht" Signed and Dated 1884
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Oil on Canvas by Albert-ernest Brockbank. "The Pond Yacht" Signed and Dated 1884

19th century
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A charming little oil on canvas by Albert-Ernest Brockbank (1862-1958)

The painting depicts two children playing with a pond yacht in a water barrel.

In good condition commensurate with age, there are no paint losses or damage to the canvas. The original gilded frame has no losses but there are some scratches which we have not attempted to restore.

The painting is signed with a monogram AEB and dated 1884.

An appealing early painting by the artist.

Framed the picture measures 32cm X 24cm

Canvas measures 24cm X 16cm.

We can deliver free of charge in UK mainland and can quote for international delivery on request.

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Artist Biography

Albert Ernest Brockbank (1862-1958) was a painter. He was born in Liverpool and attended Liverpool School of Art evening classes before furthering his studies at the Liverpool Academy. He also studied in London and at the Academie Julian, Paris. From 1881 he exhibited at the Liverpool Autumn Exhibitions and from 1886 at the RA, RCamA, and RI. In 1912 he was elected President of the Liverpool Academy, a post he held until 1924. Brockbank was also a founder member of the RBA and during World War II lived near Kendal in the Lake District. Brockbank was also an elected member of the Liver Sketching Club, 1880, and its President in 1898. Examples of his work are in the collection of the Harris Museum and Art Gallery, NML, Manx Museum, and the Williamson Art Gallery.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
32cm (12.60")
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Jane Short Antiques has dated this Victorian Genre Oil Painting to the 19th Century.

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Description
A charming little oil on canvas by Albert-Ernest Brockbank (1862-1958)

The painting depicts two children playing with a pond yacht in a water barrel.

In good condition commensurate with age, there are no paint losses or damage to the canvas.

“
The original gilded frame has no losses but there are some scratches which we have not attempted to restore.
Jane Short Antiques
fig 1. An 1884 Victorian oil painting on canvas by Albert-Ernest Brockbank depicting children playing with a toy boat in a water tub inside a broad gold gilt frame.
fig 1. Oil on Canvas by Albert-ernest Brockbank. "The Pond Yacht" Signed and Dated 1884

The painting is signed with a monogram AEB and dated 1884.

An appealing early painting by the artist.

Framed the picture measures 32cm X 24cm

Canvas measures 24cm X 16cm.

We can deliver free of charge in UK mainland and can quote for international delivery on request.

fig 2. An 1884 Victorian oil painting on canvas by Albert-Ernest Brockbank depicting children playing with a toy boat in a water tub inside a broad gold gilt frame.
fig 2. Oil on Canvas by Albert-ernest Brockbank. "The Pond Yacht" Signed and Dated 1884

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Artist Biography

Albert Ernest Brockbank (1862-1958) was a painter. He was born in Liverpool and attended Liverpool School of Art evening classes before furthering his studies at the Liverpool Academy. He also studied in London and at the Academie Julian, Paris. From 1881 he exhibited at the Liverpool Autumn Exhibitions and from 1886 at the RA, RCamA, and RI. In 1912 he was elected President of the Liverpool Academy, a post he held until 1924. Brockbank was also a founder member of the RBA and during World War II lived near Kendal in the Lake District. Brockbank was also an elected member of the Liver Sketching Club, 1880, and its President in 1898. Examples of his work are in the collection of the Harris Museum and Art Gallery, NML, Manx Museum, and the Williamson Art Gallery.

Certificate of Authenticity

Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

Jane Short Antiques has dated this Victorian Genre Oil Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA875442
Dealers Internal Ref
A3126
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Archive I An 1884 Victorian oil painting on canvas by Albert-Ernest Brockbank depicting children playing with a toy boat in a water tub inside a broad gold gilt frame.

Oil on Canvas by Albert-ernest Brockbank. "The Pond Yacht" Signed and Dated 1884

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An 1884 Victorian oil painting on canvas by Albert-Ernest Brockbank depicting children playing with a toy boat in a water tub inside a broad gold gilt frame.
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Victorian genre painting focuses on realistic depictions of daily life, often showcasing narrative, rustic, or domestic scenes with an emphasis on storytelling and human emotion.

Artists utilised oil pigments bound with linseed oil applied onto stretched linen or cotton canvas, frequently mounted within carved wood frames finished with water or oil gilding.

Authentication involves examining period-appropriate canvas weave, hand-carved stretcher bars, genuine craquelure patterns, and verified artist signatures or date marks.

A Victorian oil painting can be placed above a sideboard or fireplace mantel to create a refined historical focal point that contrasts with modern, minimalist decor.

Keep the painting away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels, and gently clean the gilt frame using a soft, dry natural hair brush.
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