19th Century Oil on Wood Panel British Coastal Landscape Fisherman Distant Sails ^Sale

This captivating 19th century oil painting on wood panel depicts a serene coastal landscape featuring a solitary fisherman walking along a rough hillside path. The composition showcases distant sailing vessels on the horizon, rocky coastal cliffs, and a luminous sunset sky that bathes the entire scene in warm, golden light. Wooden fence posts and maritime elements create authentic period atmosphere, while the skilled handling of light and atmospheric perspective demonstrates accomplished artistic technique. The scene likely represents the British or Norman coastline, characteristic of early 19th century romantic landscape tradition. This work is a fine example of British landscape painting, combining scenic beauty and historical value.
DETAILS:
Artist: Unsigned
Medium: Oil painting on wood board.
Image dimensions (approx.): 21 × 26.2 cm (8.3 x 10.3 inches)
Condition: Satisfactory condition, with wear and loss. A horizontal crack in the wooden base of the painting in the middle, dividing it into two unglued halves.
Framed dimensions (approx.): 45.4 × 49.8 cm (17.9 x 19.6 inches)
Frame: The painting bears an ornate gilded frame with a plaque reading "GEORGE STUBBS R.A." and includes a label from "George Hughes, Fine Art Dealer, Newcastle-on-Tyne". Though showing age-related wear and losses, the frame complements the painting beautifully and appears to be period-appropriate.
Provenance: European private collection.
Notes: Only the canvas on a stretcher is sold! The frame is considered a gift (or bonus), has no value, and is not covered by our shipping damage warranty. But you can rest assured that no matter what, we will still try our best when packing the item. You may opt to decline shipping the painting with the frame and inform me of this decision before payment, in which case the shipping cost will be reduced in the final invoice. Please be aware of this and bid accordingly! Please refer to the high-resolution photographs, which form part of the condition report. Colors and tonal values may vary when viewed in person, depending on viewing conditions and ambient lighting.
Shipping: Approximate weight 2.4 kg; packed weight 4 kg. Secure, insured worldwide shipping available.