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James Webb Ra Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting Shipping Off the Scarborough Coast British Seascape
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James Webb Ra Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting Shipping Off the Scarborough Coast British Seascape

19th century
Sold 21 July 2025 · Strickland & Russell
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Description

Type of artwork: Antique Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper / Card

Artist and signature: Attributed via a leading UK Auction house as by the artist and purchased with some similar signed works by James Webb (1825–1895)

Atmospheric Maritime Study: This striking watercolour is by renowned British marine artist James Webb. The scene captures Webb’s characteristic command of light. Offering both historical appeal and strong decorative impact., titled off Scarborough Verso

Approximate age of artwork: Circa 1870 - 1890

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Framed, as Shown (Frame Offered Free with the Painting)

Condition report: This painting is considered to be in good condition, in line with age. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of painting incl. mount and frame is approx. 41 x 31 cm (mount aperture size approx. 23 x 8 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Victorian Watercolour Seascape Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1139218
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Description
Type of artwork: Antique Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper / Card

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Artist and signature: Attributed via a leading UK Auction house as by the artist and purchased with some similar signed works by James Webb (1825–1895).
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fig 1. An antique watercolour painting depicting a maritime seascape with sailing ships on the water under a soft sky.
fig 1. James Webb Ra Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting Shipping Off the Scarborough Coast British Seascape

Atmospheric Maritime Study: This striking watercolour is by renowned British marine artist James Webb. The scene captures Webb’s characteristic command of light. Offering both historical appeal and strong decorative impact., titled off Scarborough Verso

fig 2. An antique watercolour painting depicting a maritime seascape with sailing ships on the water under a soft sky.
fig 2. James Webb Ra Original Late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting Shipping Off the Scarborough Coast British Seascape

Approximate age of artwork: Circa 1870 - 1890

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Framed, as Shown (Frame Offered Free with the Painting)

Condition report: This painting is considered to be in good condition, in line with age. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of painting incl. mount and frame is approx. 41 x 31 cm (mount aperture size approx. 23 x 8 cm)

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Victorian Watercolour Seascape Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1139218
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An antique watercolour painting depicting a maritime seascape with sailing ships on the water under a soft sky.
James Webb RA Original late 19th Century Antique Watercolour Painting Shipping off the Scarborough Coast British Seascape
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  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPaper, Watercolour pigment
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsSailing ships, Coastal waters, Atmospheric skies
  • SizeH 41 cm (16 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

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Victorian watercolours often focused on realistic depictions of landscapes, seascapes, and genre scenes, characterised by a delicate layering of transparent washes to achieve atmospheric depth and subtle colour harmony.

Artists of this era typically used gum arabic-based watercolours on hand-made rag paper or watercolour board, often working with sable hair brushes and employing pencil underdrawing for composition.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period-appropriate watermarks in the paper, natural pigment settling under magnification, historical framing techniques, and signatures or inscriptions consistent with the period.

An antique maritime painting adds historical depth and character to a contemporary space when framed simply to let the artwork breathe and placed against a neutral or moody backdrop.

Preservation requires framing with acid-free archival matting, using UV-protective glazing, and hanging the piece away from direct sunlight and high humidity environments to prevent fading and foxing.
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