What periods do these pictures date from?

The selection spans from the eighteenth century through the nineteenth century and into the mid twentieth century. Pieces from the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras sit alongside later twentieth-century interpretations. Specific dates are often recorded through signatures, inscriptions, or framing evidence attached to individual works.

How should I hang a watercolour painting?

Watercolour paintings require protection from direct sunlight to prevent the pigments from fading over time. Position them away from unshaded windows and intense heat sources. Glazing with appropriate glass helps shield the paper surface from environmental moisture and airborne dust.

Are these works signed by the artist?

Several pieces feature visible signatures, monograms, or period inscriptions on the front or reverse of the canvas, board, or paper. Others remain unattributed or reflect primitive folk art traditions where makers did not sign their output. Attributions rely on recorded documentation, stylistic comparison, and documented provenance.

What is the difference between an oil painting and a lithograph?

An oil painting is a unique, direct application of pigmented oil onto canvas, board, or panel by the hand of the artist. Brush texture and pigment depth remain distinct on the surface. A lithograph is a print reproduction created through a chemical printing process based on the repulsion of oil and water, often executed after an original painting.