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James George Philp, on the Derwent, Derbyshire - Antique Watercolour
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James George Philp, on the Derwent, Derbyshire - Antique Watercolour

19th century
Sold 26 September 2024 · Brave Fine Art
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This 19th-century watercolour by British artist James George Philp (1816-1885) depicts a tranquil view on the River Derwent in Derbyshire.

Meandering between craggy tree-lined banks, the enchanting Derwent shimmers amid Summertime bliss. A bright channel of near white offset by the darker tones of abundant reflected foliage. On the right, two young friends rest upon the rocks, with trousers rolled up ahead of dangling legs.

Philp admired the effects of light on water and spent countless hours studying its radiant displays. Living predominantly in Falmouth, Cornwall, he was raised by the sea and afforded ample opportunity to study from nature. Here, working in picturesque Derbyshire, it’s no surprise that he’s selected a view of an elegant river. Once again turning his brush to the scenic delights of Britain’s silvery waterways.

Signed lower right and held within a gilt frame.

Medium: Watercolour on paper

Overall size: 29½” x 22½” / 75cm x 57cm

Year of creation: c. 1870

Labels & Inscriptions: Label on the reverse with title.

Condition: Artwork presents well. Small imperfections in the original glass. Frame with some light wear.

Artist’s auction maximum: £3,000

James George Philp exhibited extensively including at the Royal Academy and he was a member of the National Watercolor Society, the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours and the Royal Institute of Oil Painters. He’s represented in the Government Art Collection, Royal Collection Trust, and museums at Greenwich, Falmouth, Maidstone, Ulster, and Brighton & Hove.

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Date of Manufacture

Brave Fine Art has dated this Antique Landscape Watercolour Painting to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
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SA989038
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This 19th-century watercolour by British artist James George Philp (1816-1885) depicts a tranquil view on the River Derwent in Derbyshire.

Meandering between craggy tree-lined banks, the enchanting Derwent shimmers amid Summertime bliss. A bright channel of near white offset by the darker tones of abundant reflected foliage. On the right, two young friends rest upon the rocks, with trousers rolled up ahead of dangling legs.

Philp admired the effects of light on water and spent countless hours studying its radiant displays.

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Living predominantly in Falmouth, Cornwall, he was raised by the sea and afforded ample opportunity to study from nature.
Brave Fine Art

Here, working in picturesque Derbyshire, it’s no surprise that he’s selected a view of an elegant river. Once again turning his brush to the scenic delights of Britain’s silvery waterways.

fig 1. An antique framed watercolour painting depicting a rocky river landscape with trees, set inside an ornate gilded wooden frame.
fig 1. James George Philp, on the Derwent, Derbyshire - Antique Watercolour

Signed lower right and held within a gilt frame.

Medium: Watercolour on paper

Overall size: 29½” x 22½” / 75cm x 57cm

Year of creation: c. 1870

Labels & Inscriptions: Label on the reverse with title.

Condition: Artwork presents well. Small imperfections in the original glass. Frame with some light wear.

fig 2. An antique framed watercolour painting depicting a rocky river landscape with trees, set inside an ornate gilded wooden frame.
fig 2. James George Philp, on the Derwent, Derbyshire - Antique Watercolour

Artist’s auction maximum: £3,000

James George Philp exhibited extensively including at the Royal Academy and he was a member of the National Watercolor Society, the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours and the Royal Institute of Oil Painters. He’s represented in the Government Art Collection, Royal Collection Trust, and museums at Greenwich, Falmouth, Maidstone, Ulster, and Brighton & Hove.

Learn more about James George Philp in our directory.

Date of Manufacture

Brave Fine Art has dated this Antique Landscape Watercolour Painting to the 1870s.

Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA989038
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An antique framed watercolour painting depicting a rocky river landscape with trees, set inside an ornate gilded wooden frame.
James George Philp, On The Derwent, Derbyshire - Antique Watercolour
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  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialPaper, Watercolour pigment, Gilt wood and composition frame
  • ColourGilded Gold
  • MotifsRiver scene, Wooded landscape, Figurative elements, Ornate gilt frame
  • SizeH 57 cm (22 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

Nineteenth-century British watercolours are works on paper created using water-soluble pigments, often depicting picturesque rural landscapes, coastal scenes, or architectural subjects, reflecting the eras romantic fascination with nature.

These artworks were typically executed on handmade rag paper using finely ground pigments bound with water-soluble agents like gum arabic, frequently housed in gilt plaster frames and protected behind glass.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the paper type for watermarks, inspecting the pigments for period-appropriate composition, evaluating framing methods, and checking for artist signatures or contemporary labels on the reverse.

An antique landscape artwork adds historic depth and warmth when hung in a traditional study, paired with neutral walls to highlight the gilt frame, or integrated into a gallery wall with contemporary mixed-media pieces.

Watercolours should be displayed away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent fading and foxing, using acid-free mounting materials and UV-protective glazing to safeguard the delicate pigments.
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