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Original Early 19th Century Antique Pencil Drawing – Figures, Fishing Boats & Cliffs C1800's Possibly Yorkshire Coast
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Original Early 19th Century Antique Pencil Drawing – Figures, Fishing Boats & Cliffs C1800's Possibly Yorkshire Coast

19th century
Sold 13 October 2025 · Strickland & Russell
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Description

Type of artwork: An Original 19th Century Pencil Drawing

Surface: Paper / Card

Approximate age of artwork: Circa 1830's

Depiction or Location: A finely detailed original pencil drawing depicting moored fishing boats, cliffside cottages, and distant sailing ships. Believed to represent a Yorkshire coastal village—possibly Staithes or Whitby—dating to around 1830–1850. The crisp pencil technique and balanced composition reflect the work of a skilled provincial hand.

Unknown British Artist

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Framed, as shown (Frame is offered free with the artwork)

Condition report: This artwork is in fair condition in line with age, with some expected signs of age and handling. Please see the photographs provided to judge the quality and condition, and do not hesitate to get in touch with any questions — we are always happy to help.

Size of artwork: Approximately 43 x 33 cm (including frame) Mount aperture approx. 30 x 20 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Pencil Drawing to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161164
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Description
Type of artwork: An Original 19th Century Pencil Drawing

Surface: Paper / Card

Approximate age of artwork: Circa 1830's

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Depiction or Location: A finely detailed original pencil drawing depicting moored fishing boats, cliffside cottages, and distant sailing ships.
Strickland & Russell

Believed to represent a Yorkshire coastal village—possibly Staithes or Whitby—dating to around 1830–1850. The crisp pencil technique and balanced composition reflect the work of a skilled provincial hand.

fig 1. An antique framed pencil drawing depicting a coastal landscape with figures and boats.
fig 1. Original Early 19th Century Antique Pencil Drawing – Figures, Fishing Boats & Cliffs C1800's Possibly Yorkshire Coast

Unknown British Artist

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Framed, as shown (Frame is offered free with the artwork)

Condition report: This artwork is in fair condition in line with age, with some expected signs of age and handling. Please see the photographs provided to judge the quality and condition, and do not hesitate to get in touch with any questions — we are always happy to help.

Size of artwork: Approximately 43 x 33 cm (including frame) Mount aperture approx. 30 x 20 cm

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Pencil Drawing to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161164
Strickland & Russell
Strickland & Russell
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2018

Yorkshire based art dealers specialising in 19th century & early 20th century oil paintings & watercolours

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Archive I An antique framed pencil drawing depicting a coastal landscape with figures and boats. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Original Early 19th Century Antique Pencil Drawing – Figures, Fishing Boats & Cliffs C1800's Possibly Yorkshire Coast

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York
East Riding of Yorkshire
United Kingdom
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An antique framed pencil drawing depicting a coastal landscape with figures and boats.
Original early 19th Century Antique Pencil Drawing – Figures, Fishing Boats & Cliffs c1800's Possibly Yorkshire Coast
Ref: SA1161164
An antique framed pencil drawing depicting a coastal landscape with figures and boats.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFramed Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPaper, Graphite, Wood, Glass
  • ColourMonochrome
  • MotifsCoastal landscape, Maritime vessels, Figural studies, Hand-drawn hatching
  • SizeH 33 cm (13 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 1.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Early 19th-century British drawing often featured graphite or pencil on laid or wove paper, focusing on romantic landscapes, coastal scenes, and topographical studies with meticulous attention to light and shadow.

Traditional works from this era typically utilised graphite pencil, charcoal, or sepia ink on handmade cotton or linen rag paper, often mounted within simple wooden or gilded frames with paper mats.

Authentication involves examining paper fibre under magnification for rag content, checking for period-appropriate watermarks, observing natural tonal ageing, and inspecting framing techniques and fixatives used during the period.

Historic sketches work well as focal points on neutral walls, paired with minimalist contemporary framing or grouped in a gallery wall to create a sophisticated contrast between historical depth and modern minimalism.

Works on paper should be kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent fading and foxing. Framing must use acid-free archival mats and UV-filtering glass to protect the delicate graphite medium.
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