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Joseph Paul (1804-1887)
Fine Antique Norwich English River Landscape Oil Painting Watermill Church Tower

19th Century

$2,564.51
£1,900
€2,318.25
CA$3,656.36
A$3,769.42
CHF 2,141.76
MX$47,714.04
NOK 24,526.11
SEK 25,694.13
DKK 17,330.33

About the Item

Fine Antique Norwich School, English River Landscape Oil Painting Watermill Church Tower Scene by Joseph Paul (British, 1804–1887) Framed: 37 x 30 inches Canvas: 31 x 25 inches Medium: Oil on canvas, framed. Provenance: from a UK collection Condition: Very good condition and ready to be enjoyed. Description: A beautifully atmospheric English riverside landscape depicting a tranquil waterway lined with cottages and mature trees, overlooked by the remains of an ancient church tower. A sailing vessel glides quietly along the river in the distance, adding movement and scale to this peaceful rural scene. Executed with superb attention to light and atmosphere, the composition is dominated by an impressive grouping of mature trees whose sunlit trunks contrast beautifully with the deep woodland shadows below. The calm reflective water, traditional buildings and distant sail create a timeless vision of the English countryside, while the ruined medieval tower lends both architectural interest and historical character. Painted in oil on canvas, the work displays the refined landscape tradition associated with the Norwich School, for which Joseph Paul became well known. His careful observation of nature, combined with subtle tonal harmony and masterful handling of light, results in a highly decorative and engaging composition. Paul rarely signed his work, this painting being unsigned too, though the painting speaks clearly for itself. Presented in an impressive gilt frame, this is an excellent example of nineteenth-century British landscape painting and would make a distinguished addition to any collection or traditional country house interior. For any further information, please do contact us with any questions you may have. Thank you.
  • Creator:
    Joseph Paul (1804-1887) (1804 - 1887, British)
  • Creation Year:
    19th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509318309782

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