Pair of 19th Century English Signed Framed Oil on Canvas Marine Seascapes

$7,600

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Decorate an office or a den with this exquisite pair of antique oil marine paintings on canvas. Created in England circa 1890, and set in a carved gilt frame, each painting captures the dramatic beauty of the sea with a masterful use of light, movement, and atmosphere. Both works depict churning waves, dynamic clouds capes, and a variety of sailing vessels, evoking the power and unpredictability of maritime life. In the first painting, a large sailing ship and smaller fishing boats navigate a turbulent sea, with towering white cliffs in the background, referencing the English coastline. The second painting presents a striking sunset scene with a shipwreck, where a rescue effort is underway amid darkening waves, lending a narrative of peril and survival. The artist’s attention to detail, from the rigging of the ships to the reflection of light on water, showcases technical skill and an understanding of marine subject matter. The large paintings are in excellent condition and adorn rich colors; they reflect the romantic yet realistic style of 19th-century marine art, reminiscent of Thomas Somerscales, Montague Dawson or James Buttersworth. Signature unreadable. 38″W x 28″H

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