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Watercolour By John Robert Mather C1850
MARINE WATERCOLOUR OF A DAMAGED FRENCH WARSHIP BEING TOWED BY A STEAM TUG INTO HARBOUR TITLED VERSO "TOWED TO HARBOUR" BY ARTIST JOHN ROBERT MATHER (B1834-D1879)INITIALED RJM & APPROX.SIZE 33 X 20 INCHES OVERALL.(ONE OF A PAIR CANNOT SPLIT)
We are pleased to offer for sale this large and beautifully executed watercolour of exceptional quality by the Northumbrian artist John Robert Mather, who has initialled the painting J.R.M. in the lower left hand corner. The painting is entitled verso on a piece of the original backing board, 'Towed to Harbour',which is attached to the reverse of the more recent backing board. The painting depicts the damaged hulk of a French warship being towed into harbour by a steam powered tug. The harbour bar is visible in the distance and there are other sailing vessels within the harbour and one very close to the warship.
This is one of a pair of watercolours by this artist that we are listing.
ABOUT THE ARTIST John Robert Mather (b1834-d1879)
He was born in Newcastle, although we can find no registration of his birth, although his death was registered at Tynemouth in 1879. He was a marine watercolourist primarily, although some of his landscapes do exist.
He was a retired Lieutenant in the Royal Marines 22nd Regiment at Barras Bridge Newcastle and had retired from the military by the age of 26 according to the 1861 Census.
This information is listed on the back of one of his watercolours sold at Christies's, which was a view of Arno in Italy.
He was known to have travelled on painting expeditions in Norway and Italy during the 1860s and 1870s.
He is believed to have lived in Cullercoats, near Tynemouth in the last years of his life.
Due to his early death, there is only a small body of his work in circulation,
There is some confusion between this artist and an Australian artist by the name of John Mather, who signs J. Mather, usually followed by the date. This artist was born in Hamilton in Scotland, studied art in Glasgow and emigrated to Australia in 1878, becoming a successful artist in that country and being appointed Curator of the Melbourne Museum in 1916.
Both artists are often confused with each other by sellers.John Robert Mather was a much more accomplished artist appealing to buyers with a good eye for amazing quality,detail and accuracy.
MEASUREMENTS
Image size 26" x 12" 66cm x 30.5cm
Frame size 33 7/8" x 19 5/8" 86cm x 49cm
ARTIST John Robert Mather
TITLE"Towed to harbour"
DATE Circa 1850 Mid Victorian.
MEDIUM Watercolour heightened with body colour and gum arabic.
CONDITION
Excellent condition throughout with no foxing or fading,with the mounts in very good condition.
FRAME
A Beautiful original decorative antique swept plaster gilt frame,which greatly enhances the appearance.
The painting is double mounted in relatively new mounts and is ready to hang.
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REF 0505A (ONE OF A PAIR CANNOT SPLIT)
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Tel : 07765856171
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We are pleased to offer for sale this large and beautifully executed watercolour of exceptional quality by the Northumbrian artist John Robert Mather, who has initialled the painting J.R.M. in the lower left hand corner. The painting is entitled verso on a piece of the original backing board, 'Towed to Harbour',which is attached to the reverse of the more recent backing board. The painting depicts the damaged hulk of a French warship being towed into harbour by a steam powered tug. The harbour bar is visible in the distance and there are other sailing vessels within the harbour and one very close to the warship.
This is one of a pair of watercolours by this artist that we are listing.
ABOUT THE ARTIST John Robert Mather (b1834-d1879)
He was born in Newcastle, although we can find no registration of his birth, although his death was registered at Tynemouth in 1879. He was a marine watercolourist primarily, although some of his landscapes do exist.
He was a retired Lieutenant in the Royal Marines 22nd Regiment at Barras Bridge Newcastle and had retired from the military by the age of 26 according to the 1861 Census.
This information is listed on the back of one of his watercolours sold at Christies's, which was a view of Arno in Italy.
He was known to have travelled on painting expeditions in Norway and Italy during the 1860s and 1870s.
He is believed to have lived in Cullercoats, near Tynemouth in the last years of his life.
Due to his early death, there is only a small body of his work in circulation,
There is some confusion between this artist and an Australian artist by the name of John Mather, who signs J. Mather, usually followed by the date. This artist was born in Hamilton in Scotland, studied art in Glasgow and emigrated to Australia in 1878, becoming a successful artist in that country and being appointed Curator of the Melbourne Museum in 1916.
Both artists are often confused with each other by sellers.John Robert Mather was a much more accomplished artist appealing to buyers with a good eye for amazing quality,detail and accuracy.
MEASUREMENTS
Image size 26" x 12" 66cm x 30.5cm
Frame size 33 7/8" x 19 5/8" 86cm x 49cm
ARTIST John Robert Mather
TITLE"Towed to harbour"
DATE Circa 1850 Mid Victorian.
MEDIUM Watercolour heightened with body colour and gum arabic.
CONDITION
Excellent condition throughout with no foxing or fading,with the mounts in very good condition.
FRAME
A Beautiful original decorative antique swept plaster gilt frame,which greatly enhances the appearance.
The painting is double mounted in relatively new mounts and is ready to hang.
TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES 07765 856171
HOURS 10AM-10PM 7 DAYS A WEEK BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
DELIVERY UK MAINLAND & WORLDWIDE / QUOTES ON REQUEST
REF 0505A (ONE OF A PAIR CANNOT SPLIT)
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 20/JUN/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
DimensionsImage size 26" x 12" 66cm x 30.5cm
Frame size 33 7/8" x 19 5/8" 86cm x 49cm
Date 1850
Mid 19th Century Antiques Material Paper
Origin British
Artist JOHN ROBERT MATHER
Condition Very Good Condition
Item code as153a510 / 0505A
Status Sold
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Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
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Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
Shipping costs are charged based on the particular service used [ either next day express or economy ] and Size / Weight of item.
Delivery by private courier within the UK Mainland will be used for very large paintings and is charged at a flat rate of £80 for paintings only [ allow 7-14 days delivery time ]
International Delivery Quotes Worldwide are available on request by providing your full name and address together with a postal / area code and a contact number.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
Returns authorisation should be requested by sending an e-mail before posting.
Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
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Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.International transfers are required within 5 days of point of sale.
If payment is not received within this time, Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
If payment is not received within this time, Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
View all stock from
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art
Private dealerBy appointment only
East Midlands
Leicestershire
Tel : 07765856171
Non UK callers : +44 7765856171
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