What periods do these paintings cover?

The works span from the early nineteenth century through the Victorian and Edwardian eras up to the mid-twentieth century. This broad timeframe records the transformation of the river from rural stretches to industrial docks. Most surviving pieces cluster around the later nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, reflecting a peak in British watercolour and landscape production.

Where were these river scenes painted?

Artists worked both in the heart of London, capturing bridges, the Pool of London, and St Paul's Cathedral, and further upstream. Rural locations like Windsor, Goring, Marlow, and Wargrave also feature prominently. Urban views emphasise commerce and architecture, whereas upstream compositions focus on locks, eyots, and quiet figures fishing from the banks.

How do I care for antique watercolours?

Watercolours are sensitive to light and require careful placement away from direct sun to prevent fading of the pigments. Keeping them in stable humidity protects both the paper support and the surrounding mount. Original framing should be preserved where possible, as it often provides valuable historical context regarding the age and provenance of the piece.

How do I distinguish oils from watercolours?

Oil paintings are executed on canvas or wooden board, presenting a textured surface that often lacks glass protection. They allow for thick impasto and deep, layered colour application. Watercolours are painted on paper, displayed under glass, and rely on thin washes that let the bright white of the paper illuminate the scene.

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These antique thames paintings capture centuries of river life, offering a glimpse into historic London and its bustling waters through period oils and watercolours.

Attributed to Jacob Knyff, 1639 - 1681
A Shipyard Off the River Thames, Deptford , with an Admiralty Yacht & Barge in the Foreground

17th century

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Attributed to Jacob Knyff, 1639 - 1681 A Shipyard Off the River Thames, Deptford , with an Admiralty Yacht & Barge in the Foreground

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London Thames Watercolour by Lieutenant Harold E Frecker Rnr

1900 - 1920

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London Thames Watercolour by Lieutenant Harold E Frecker Rnr

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St Peters Church, Petersham, Richmond Upon Thames Large Vintage Oil Painting

1940 - 1960

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St Peters Church, Petersham, Richmond Upon Thames Large Vintage Oil Painting

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Frederick George Coleridge Watercolour ‘ at Mapledurham,berkshire’

19th century

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Frederick George Coleridge Watercolour ‘ at Mapledurham,berkshire’

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Attributed to Jacob Knyff, 1639 - 1681 A Shipyard Off the River Thames, Deptford , with an Admiralty Yacht & Barge in the Foreground

London Thames Watercolour by Lieutenant Harold E Frecker Rnr

St Peters Church, Petersham, Richmond Upon Thames Large Vintage Oil Painting

Frederick George Coleridge Watercolour ‘ at Mapledurham,berkshire’

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