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Painting Shipwreck Beneath Dunstanburgh Castle
19th Century Marine Shipwreck Painting – Fast on the Rocks off Dunstanburgh Castle, 1876
By Claude Thomas Stanfield Moore (British, 1853–1901)
Subject & Medium
A dramatic coastal marine painting by Claude Thomas Stanfield Moore. Fast on the Rocks off Dunstanburgh Castle, dated 1876, is a powerful meditation on human fragility, natural force, and historic endurance. Executed in oil on board, this atmospheric seascape captures a storm-lashed shipwreck beneath the silhouette of Dunstanburgh Castle on the Northumberland coast.
In the foreground, a shattered three-masted sailing ship lies broken against jagged rocks, its sails torn and mast collapsed. Nearby, sailors in lifeboats struggle against crashing waves, their fight for survival unfolding beneath circling gulls and turbulent skies. Above, the medieval ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle rise in dark silhouette, standing as timeless witnesses to tragedy.
Composition & Technique
Moore’s composition reflects the Romantic tradition, balancing dramatic realism with symbolic depth.
Foreground: jagged rocks, foaming seas, and the fractured hull of the wreck.
Central focus: sailors in fragile boats battling the storm.
Background: Dunstanburgh Castle silhouetted against cliffs and storm clouds.
Atmosphere: storm light pierced by golden shafts, symbolizing hope amid disaster.
Brushwork: Broad, expressive strokes for waves and clouds contrast with precise rigging, cliffs, and architectural detail.
Palette: Deep greens, steel blues, and blacks dominate the sea ochres and siennas warm the wreckage storm greys and silvers dissolve into radiant gold.
The influence of Turner is clear in the handling of light and atmosphere, while Clarkson Stanfield’s nautical precision grounds the work in detail. The result is not merely a literal scene, but a Romantic allegory of endurance, tragedy, and history.
Signature
Signed lower right: C.T. Moore 1876
About the Artist
Claude Thomas Stanfield Moore (1853–1901) was a British painter renowned for maritime and landscape works.
Regular exhibitor at the Royal Academy and the British Institution.
Influenced by J.M.W. Turner’s atmospheric power and Clarkson Stanfield’s nautical accuracy.
Specialized in shipwrecks, storms, and coastal scenes that explore the tension between human frailty and natural strength.
Died at just 48, leaving behind a highly collectible body of work.
Auction results have reached up to $40,383 USD, underscoring his enduring market appeal.
Frame
Presented in a Larson Juhl gold-leaf Venice moulding with dome profile, paired with AR70 museum-grade glass for archival preservation.
Dunstanburgh Castle – Symbolism & History
The castle is a commanding presence in Moore’s composition, symbolizing permanence against fleeting human struggle.
Built in 1313 by Thomas, Earl of Lancaster, as a fortress and political statement against Edward II.
Later part of England’s northern defenses under Edward III.
Stronghold during the Wars of the Roses, associated with the Percy family.
Fell into ruin by the 16th century, stones quarried for Alnwick Castle.
Rediscovered by Romantic artists like Turner and Girtin in the 18th–19th centuries.
Today preserved by English Heritage as one of Northumberland’s most iconic landmarks.
Provenance
Signed, dated, and titled by the artist in 1876.
Likely acquired by a British collector in the late 19th century.
Later exhibited by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD and shown at the Lord Hill Museum.
Potential for higher results with interest from Northumberland and Victorian maritime collectors.
Key Highlights
Rare signed and dated 1876 work by Claude Thomas Stanfield Moore.
Quintessential Victorian shipwreck drama with Turner-like atmosphere and Stanfield-like precision.
Historic subject: shipwreck beneath the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle.
Rich Romantic palette of storm greens, silvers, ochres, and gold.
Premium Larson Juhl gold-leaf frame with AR70 glass.
Museum-quality presentation, ready for display.
Shipping & Purchase
Worldwide shipping available. Professionally packaged and fully insured.
Available for immediate acquisition – a dramatic marine masterpiece for private or institutional collections. We offer our clients 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our fine art, antiques & collectibles!
We ship worldwide with expert bespoke professional wrapping & packing and offer attractive international shipping rates with insurance – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
We Offer Free delivery to most areas of the U.K mainland except for Scottish Highland & Islands – Please send us your post code for a quote thankyou.
Registered Office Address
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
Company Number 15666518
GB VAT registration number 466128775
Making Payment
Goods can be bought by either International bank wire transfer or domestic BACS payment we can email you an invoice together with our banking instructions. Cash upon collection is also accepted. Shipping is with insurance cover. Import duty and taxes payable by the buyer please enquire if you need any assistance. Delivery time is usually within 2 weeks for International and 1 week for domestic shipping approximate. It can be faster depending upon the size and weight of the item(s) that you ordering from us. You are also welcome to arrange for your own courier to collect as long as we have received full cleared bank transfer payment.
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71-75 Shelton Street,
Covent Garden,
London, England
WC2H 9JQ.
Tel : 07494 763382
Non UK callers : +44 7494 763382
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By Claude Thomas Stanfield Moore (British, 1853–1901)
Subject & Medium
A dramatic coastal marine painting by Claude Thomas Stanfield Moore. Fast on the Rocks off Dunstanburgh Castle, dated 1876, is a powerful meditation on human fragility, natural force, and historic endurance. Executed in oil on board, this atmospheric seascape captures a storm-lashed shipwreck beneath the silhouette of Dunstanburgh Castle on the Northumberland coast.
In the foreground, a shattered three-masted sailing ship lies broken against jagged rocks, its sails torn and mast collapsed. Nearby, sailors in lifeboats struggle against crashing waves, their fight for survival unfolding beneath circling gulls and turbulent skies. Above, the medieval ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle rise in dark silhouette, standing as timeless witnesses to tragedy.
Composition & Technique
Moore’s composition reflects the Romantic tradition, balancing dramatic realism with symbolic depth.
Foreground: jagged rocks, foaming seas, and the fractured hull of the wreck.
Central focus: sailors in fragile boats battling the storm.
Background: Dunstanburgh Castle silhouetted against cliffs and storm clouds.
Atmosphere: storm light pierced by golden shafts, symbolizing hope amid disaster.
Brushwork: Broad, expressive strokes for waves and clouds contrast with precise rigging, cliffs, and architectural detail.
Palette: Deep greens, steel blues, and blacks dominate the sea ochres and siennas warm the wreckage storm greys and silvers dissolve into radiant gold.
The influence of Turner is clear in the handling of light and atmosphere, while Clarkson Stanfield’s nautical precision grounds the work in detail. The result is not merely a literal scene, but a Romantic allegory of endurance, tragedy, and history.
Signature
Signed lower right: C.T. Moore 1876
About the Artist
Claude Thomas Stanfield Moore (1853–1901) was a British painter renowned for maritime and landscape works.
Regular exhibitor at the Royal Academy and the British Institution.
Influenced by J.M.W. Turner’s atmospheric power and Clarkson Stanfield’s nautical accuracy.
Specialized in shipwrecks, storms, and coastal scenes that explore the tension between human frailty and natural strength.
Died at just 48, leaving behind a highly collectible body of work.
Auction results have reached up to $40,383 USD, underscoring his enduring market appeal.
Frame
Presented in a Larson Juhl gold-leaf Venice moulding with dome profile, paired with AR70 museum-grade glass for archival preservation.
Dunstanburgh Castle – Symbolism & History
The castle is a commanding presence in Moore’s composition, symbolizing permanence against fleeting human struggle.
Built in 1313 by Thomas, Earl of Lancaster, as a fortress and political statement against Edward II.
Later part of England’s northern defenses under Edward III.
Stronghold during the Wars of the Roses, associated with the Percy family.
Fell into ruin by the 16th century, stones quarried for Alnwick Castle.
Rediscovered by Romantic artists like Turner and Girtin in the 18th–19th centuries.
Today preserved by English Heritage as one of Northumberland’s most iconic landmarks.
Provenance
Signed, dated, and titled by the artist in 1876.
Likely acquired by a British collector in the late 19th century.
Later exhibited by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD and shown at the Lord Hill Museum.
Potential for higher results with interest from Northumberland and Victorian maritime collectors.
Key Highlights
Rare signed and dated 1876 work by Claude Thomas Stanfield Moore.
Quintessential Victorian shipwreck drama with Turner-like atmosphere and Stanfield-like precision.
Historic subject: shipwreck beneath the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle.
Rich Romantic palette of storm greens, silvers, ochres, and gold.
Premium Larson Juhl gold-leaf frame with AR70 glass.
Museum-quality presentation, ready for display.
Shipping & Purchase
Worldwide shipping available. Professionally packaged and fully insured.
Available for immediate acquisition – a dramatic marine masterpiece for private or institutional collections. We offer our clients 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our fine art, antiques & collectibles!
We ship worldwide with expert bespoke professional wrapping & packing and offer attractive international shipping rates with insurance – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
We Offer Free delivery to most areas of the U.K mainland except for Scottish Highland & Islands – Please send us your post code for a quote thankyou.
Registered Office Address
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
Company Number 15666518
GB VAT registration number 466128775
Making Payment
Goods can be bought by either International bank wire transfer or domestic BACS payment we can email you an invoice together with our banking instructions. Cash upon collection is also accepted. Shipping is with insurance cover. Import duty and taxes payable by the buyer please enquire if you need any assistance. Delivery time is usually within 2 weeks for International and 1 week for domestic shipping approximate. It can be faster depending upon the size and weight of the item(s) that you ordering from us. You are also welcome to arrange for your own courier to collect as long as we have received full cleared bank transfer payment.
Price
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DimensionsDimensions:
Frame: 44 cm (width) × 27 cm (height) × 3 cm (depth)
Category Antique Pictures / Engravings / Art
> Antique Oil Paintings
Date 1876
Mid Victorian Antiques Material Oil Painting on Board
Origin English
Condition Condition
Good overall. Oil surface stable, colors well preserved, craquelure consistent with age. Frame and museum glass pristine.
Item code as1013a1245
Status For Sale
£10000.00 
$13331.00
€11434.00
$13331.00
€11434.00
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We offer Free Delivery to Mainland England, Wales mainland & Scottish lowlands mainland areas only!
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
Scottish Highlands & all islands also for International buyers please get in touch for an international shipping quote thankyou. Our preferred Payment is by by BACS Bank Transfer, we can also accept stripe, amazon pay, google pay & paypal.
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email or text message, which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection. Shipping costs are charged based upon the type of shipping service used, either express, standard or economy services and size and weight of item.
Delivery by parcel courier within the UK Mainland will be used for all smalls, paintings & all furniture items allow between 2 to 5 working days delivery time. Online tracking can be provided. International delivery airfreight is available estimated delivery times between 5 to 14 working days approximate upon request by providing your full name and address together with a postal area or zip code and a contact phone number.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs clearance and any other charges which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
Scottish Highlands & all islands also for International buyers please get in touch for an international shipping quote thankyou. Our preferred Payment is by by BACS Bank Transfer, we can also accept stripe, amazon pay, google pay & paypal.
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email or text message, which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection. Shipping costs are charged based upon the type of shipping service used, either express, standard or economy services and size and weight of item.
Delivery by parcel courier within the UK Mainland will be used for all smalls, paintings & all furniture items allow between 2 to 5 working days delivery time. Online tracking can be provided. International delivery airfreight is available estimated delivery times between 5 to 14 working days approximate upon request by providing your full name and address together with a postal area or zip code and a contact phone number.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs clearance and any other charges which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
Terms and conditions
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
For both domestic & International buyers please get in touch for a shipping quote thankyou. Our payment method is by BACS Bank Transfer for UK domestic clients and for International clients payment is preferred by international bank wire transfer. We no longer accept any Online Card or in person card payments due to payment providers charging us and not returning the processing transaction fee even if an order is fraudulent, cancelled or returned. All Item(s) will need to be settled by bank transfer only. We will email you a proforma invoice with our bank details.
For International buyers Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.
If payment is not received within this time. Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD reserves the right to consider selling the item (s) to another customer at its discretion.
Deposit payments are accepted, however shipping will not take place until the balance has been paid in full and to advise deposit payments are non refundable.
Upgrades & Exchanges are also offered please ask.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt. The buyer is solely responsible for paying the entire costs of the outbound & return shipping costs also any import costs & duty taxes due. Return authorisation should be requested by sending an email before posting. Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return partial refund payment using the same payment method less our shipping costs. For any Refunds given the refund amount will have our cost of the outbound shipping costs deducted.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
For both domestic & International buyers please get in touch for a shipping quote thankyou. Our payment method is by BACS Bank Transfer for UK domestic clients and for International clients payment is preferred by international bank wire transfer. We no longer accept any Online Card or in person card payments due to payment providers charging us and not returning the processing transaction fee even if an order is fraudulent, cancelled or returned. All Item(s) will need to be settled by bank transfer only. We will email you a proforma invoice with our bank details.
For International buyers Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.
If payment is not received within this time. Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD reserves the right to consider selling the item (s) to another customer at its discretion.
Deposit payments are accepted, however shipping will not take place until the balance has been paid in full and to advise deposit payments are non refundable.
Upgrades & Exchanges are also offered please ask.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt. The buyer is solely responsible for paying the entire costs of the outbound & return shipping costs also any import costs & duty taxes due. Return authorisation should be requested by sending an email before posting. Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return partial refund payment using the same payment method less our shipping costs. For any Refunds given the refund amount will have our cost of the outbound shipping costs deducted.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
View all stock from
Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
Private dealer, by appointment only.71-75 Shelton Street,
Covent Garden,
London, England
WC2H 9JQ.
Tel : 07494 763382
Non UK callers : +44 7494 763382
Get directions to Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
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