What periods do these paintings date from?

The listings span the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, encompassing Victorian maritime works, Edwardian pieces and mid-century coastal scenes. These dates reflect the active periods of marine painting traditions across British and European schools.

How should I hang maritime art at home?

Hang these works away from direct sunlight to protect sensitive watercolours on paper and traditional oil pigments on canvas. Pairing pieces with neutral wall colours helps the deep blues of the sea and sky dominate the room.

What is a pierhead painting?

A pierhead painting is a specific historical portrait of a ship shown entering or leaving a port. These works were often commissioned by captains or shipowners to record a vessel's likeness. They offer accurate details of rigging, flags and coastal landmarks specific to the era.

How do I distinguish watercolours from oil paintings?

Watercolours utilise translucent pigments on paper, typically displayed behind glass within a protective mount and frame. Oil paintings feature textured layers of paint applied directly to stretched canvas or wooden board.

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Blue sea artwork captures maritime scenes, coastal views and shipping vessels in oil and watercolour from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

George Shaw (1929-1989) a Fishing Boat, with Merchant Vessel in the Distance. Oil on Canvas

1940 - 1960

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George Shaw (1929-1989) a Fishing Boat, with Merchant Vessel in the Distance. Oil on Canvas

From William Morris Antiques

£140

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The Little Lighthouse on the Cliff, Circa 1930 French Seascape Oil on Canvas Beach Scene Landscape

1920 - 1940

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The Little Lighthouse on the Cliff, Circa 1930 French Seascape Oil on Canvas Beach Scene Landscape

From Skippings Fine Arts

£340

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1900 - 1920

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J De Breanski Oil Painting

From Country Homes Antiques Stirling

£760

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Raymond Moritz 1891 - 1950. French. A Liberated Lady on the Cliffs, 1927. French 1920s Nude Sunbathing 1920s Oil Painting. Framed.

1900 - 1920

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Raymond Moritz 1891 - 1950. French. A Liberated Lady on the Cliffs, 1927. French 1920s Nude Sunbathing 1920s Oil Painting. Framed.

From Big Sky Fine Art

£7,895

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Victorian Marine Watercolour Barque Ship by Samuel John Milton Brown

1900 - 1920

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Victorian Marine Watercolour Barque Ship by Samuel John Milton Brown

From Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd

£5,000

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Coastal Landscape Watercolour Lighthouse of Cabo Carvoeiro Peniche Portugal 1880

19th century

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Coastal Landscape Watercolour Lighthouse of Cabo Carvoeiro Peniche Portugal 1880

From Roger Bradbury Antiques

£185

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Large Impressive Vintage Brixham Harbour Fishing Trawler Seascape Oil Painting 1 of 2

1940 - 1960

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Large Impressive Vintage Brixham Harbour Fishing Trawler Seascape Oil Painting 1 of 2

From Artsonline

£490

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James George Bingley Watercolour’ Fisherman with Children Playing St the Sea Shore’

1900 - 1920

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James George Bingley Watercolour’ Fisherman with Children Playing St the Sea Shore’

From Graham Reed Fine Art

£850

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A Young Girl in a Pink Dress with a Shrimp Net by the Sea by Harry John Pearson 1872-1933

1900 - 1920

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A Young Girl in a Pink Dress with a Shrimp Net by the Sea by Harry John Pearson 1872-1933

From Artware Fineart

£2,000

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Water Colour by J . W . Carey

From Ballinderry Antiques

£985

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Listings feature works in oil on canvas, watercolour and gouache, recording coastal scenes from Cornwall, Whitby, Scarborough and the South of France.

Large Impressive Vintage Cornish Harbour Fishing Trawler Seascape Oil Painting 2 of 2

1940 - 1960

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Large Impressive Vintage Cornish Harbour Fishing Trawler Seascape Oil Painting 2 of 2

From Artsonline

£490

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Watercolour Hms Victory by Wf Mitchell (1845-1914)

1900 - 1920

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Watercolour Hms Victory by Wf Mitchell (1845-1914)

From AJD Antiques

£980

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Julian Drummond Watercolour ‘ Sea-weed Gatherers at Whitby Scars ‘

19th century

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Julian Drummond Watercolour ‘ Sea-weed Gatherers at Whitby Scars ‘

From Graham Reed Fine Art

£950

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1940 - 1960

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Breton Seascape / Harbour Scene

From Merchant House Antiques

£695

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19th century

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19th Century Oil Painting Summer Morning Spanish Head Isle of Man

From Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd

£2,650

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Watercolour of Ballyholme Bay by Peter Ghent

1900 - 1920

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Watercolour of Ballyholme Bay by Peter Ghent

From Prometheus Antiques

£295

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Blue Sea Artwork

George Shaw (1929-1989) a Fishing Boat, with Merchant Vessel in the Distance. Oil on Canvas

The Little Lighthouse on the Cliff, Circa 1930 French Seascape Oil on Canvas Beach Scene Landscape

J De Breanski Oil Painting

Raymond Moritz 1891 - 1950. French. A Liberated Lady on the Cliffs, 1927. French 1920s Nude Sunbathing 1920s Oil Painting. Framed.

Victorian Marine Watercolour Barque Ship by Samuel John Milton Brown

Coastal Landscape Watercolour Lighthouse of Cabo Carvoeiro Peniche Portugal 1880

Large Impressive Vintage Brixham Harbour Fishing Trawler Seascape Oil Painting 1 of 2

James George Bingley Watercolour’ Fisherman with Children Playing St the Sea Shore’

A Young Girl in a Pink Dress with a Shrimp Net by the Sea by Harry John Pearson 1872-1933

Water Colour by J . W . Carey

Large Impressive Vintage Cornish Harbour Fishing Trawler Seascape Oil Painting 2 of 2

Watercolour Hms Victory by Wf Mitchell (1845-1914)

Julian Drummond Watercolour ‘ Sea-weed Gatherers at Whitby Scars ‘

Breton Seascape / Harbour Scene

19th Century Oil Painting Summer Morning Spanish Head Isle of Man

Watercolour of Ballyholme Bay by Peter Ghent

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