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John Ward Oil Painting 1830s
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John Ward Oil Painting 1830s

19th century
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John Ward Oil Painting 1830s. Most likely the Lake District. The painting has been purchased privately in the past few days from an estate in Devon, and is likely the first time on the open market, for some decades.

By repute the painting was purchased in the 1980s from a gallery in Gracechurch Street, London.

The painting is in excellent condition and has been remounted and reframed.

Dimensions are approximate.

Date of Manufacture

Mark Davis Antiques has dated this 1830s Oil Landscape Painting to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1244874
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John Ward Oil Painting 1830s. Most likely the Lake District.
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The painting has been purchased privately in the past few days from an estate in Devon, and is likely the first time on the open market, for some decades.
Mark Davis Antiques

By repute the painting was purchased in the 1980s from a gallery in Gracechurch Street, London.

The painting is in excellent condition and has been remounted and reframed.

Dimensions are approximate.

Date of Manufacture

Mark Davis Antiques has dated this 1830s Oil Landscape Painting to the 19th Century.

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1244874
Mark Davis Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2008
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Mark Davis Antiques Profile Page

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An 1830s landscape oil painting by John Ward depicting a lake surrounded by mountains, housed within an ornate gilt wood frame with decorative moulding.
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Archive I An 1830s landscape oil painting by John Ward depicting a lake surrounded by mountains, housed within an ornate gilt wood frame with decorative moulding.

John Ward Oil Painting 1830s

Archive II An 1830s landscape oil painting by John Ward depicting a lake surrounded by mountains, housed within an ornate gilt wood frame with decorative moulding. View II
Archive III An 1830s landscape oil painting by John Ward depicting a lake surrounded by mountains, housed within an ornate gilt wood frame with decorative moulding. View III
Archive IV An 1830s landscape oil painting by John Ward depicting a lake surrounded by mountains, housed within an ornate gilt wood frame with decorative moulding. View IV
Archive V An 1830s landscape oil painting by John Ward depicting a lake surrounded by mountains, housed within an ornate gilt wood frame with decorative moulding. View V
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Kingsbridge
Devon
TQ7 1NY
United Kingdom
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An 1830s landscape oil painting by John Ward depicting a lake surrounded by mountains, housed within an ornate gilt wood frame with decorative moulding.
John Ward Oil Painting 1830s
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An 1830s landscape oil painting by John Ward depicting a lake surrounded by mountains, housed within an ornate gilt wood frame with decorative moulding.
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  • ObjectOil Painting
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialOil paint, Canvas, Gilt wood
  • ColourGold and Earth Tones
  • MotifsGilt wood frame, Mountain landscape, Rope twist moulding, Brass artist nameplate
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in) x W 46 cm (18 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

This nineteenth century William IV oil painting depicts a tranquil lake nestled among towering mountains under a pale, cloud-streaked sky, with figures gathered on the near shore and dense, rolling hillsides sweeping down to the water. The artwork is housed within a decorative gold-toned gilt wood frame defined by repeated rope twist mouldings, stepped inner bevelling, and a rectangular brass artist nameplate bearing the inscription John Ward set into the lower border. Earth tones of deep greens, browns, and soft blues dominate the palette of the canvas, which measures 36 cm high, 46 cm wide, and 5 cm deep. Suitable for placement above the mantel in a traditional English country house interior, the painting brings atmospheric nineteenth-century style to a living room, study, or hallway wall. The combination of the classic mountain landscape subject and the ornate, textured timber frame provides a focal point that complements period furnishings and neutral wall colours.

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British landscape art of the 1830s reflects the influence of Romanticism, focusing on dramatic topographies, atmospheric light, and natural wilderness scenes. Artists often captured lakes, mountains, and rural scenes using layered oil technique and muted natural tones.

These works were typically created using ground mineral pigments suspended in linseed oil applied to linen canvas or wooden panels. Frames were predominantly hand-carved pine or composition moulding overlaid with gold leaf.

Authentic period paintings show natural craquelure across the paint layer, oxidation on the reverse of the canvas or wood panel, and historical framing hardware. Original brass nameplates and period gilt frames with gold leaf wear also indicate authenticity.

An antique landscape artwork can serve as a focal point above a fireplace mantel or sideboard in both contemporary and traditional settings. Pair the warm gilt frame with neutral wall tones or deep accent paint to complement the natural colours in the painting.

Keep the painting away from direct sunlight, extreme humidity, and heat sources to prevent canvas warping and paint flaking. Clean the frame lightly with a soft, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding water, chemical solvents, or abrasive cloths on gilded surfaces.
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