Description

Title: Victorian Oil Painting Marine Brigg Ship Susannah Thrift With Pilot St Nicholas

Description:

Fine Large Antique Victorian Oil Painting – “Susannah Thrift” Marine Ship by G. Ramsey Late 19th Century British Maritime Artwork | Circa 1880

Subject & Medium
An impressive and atmospheric Victorian marine oil painting depicting the famous British Brigg Ship “Susannah Thrift” under full sail, with her companion pilot vessel St Nicholas guiding her into port.
Executed in rich oils on canvas, this late 19th-century work perfectly embodies the drama, power, and romance of Britain’s maritime heritage.
The scene celebrates the golden age of sail, reflecting the pride and craftsmanship of the Victorian era — a time when British shipbuilding and marine artistry reached exceptional heights.

Composition & Technique
Rendered in superb detail, this composition captures the Susannah Thrift in side profile, gliding across choppy coastal waters with waves crashing against her oak hull. The artist, G. Ramsey, employs a skillful balance of light and tone — the deep cerulean sea, the pale blue sky, and dark storm clouds gathering in the upper right corner create a powerful contrast between calm and chaos.
The Union Jack and Red Ensign flags fly proudly at the stern, symbols of British identity and resilience. Fine details abound — the crew figures on deck, the ship’s name clearly visible along the bow, and the texture of the sails catching the wind.
In the distance, the viewer can discern a windmill, harbour buildings, and anchored ships, suggesting a bustling coastal settlement. On the far left, the smaller pilot ship St Nicholas moves steadily through the waves, faithfully fulfilling her duty.
Ramsey’s brushwork demonstrates both precision and expression — his attention to rigging, mastwork, and sea spray reveals his deep understanding of nautical form, while his fluid handling of paint evokes the living energy of the sea.
This is a work of exceptional movement, atmosphere, and narrative depth, perfectly marrying artistic beauty with maritime history.

Reserve: $5,206.00

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Condition

Used

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Victorian Oil Painting Marine Brigg Ship Susannah Thrift With Pilot St Nicholas

Name: Victorian Oil Painting Marine Brigg Ship Susannah Thrift With Pilot St Nicholas
SKU: 225794224
Price: 2600 USD
Availability: InStock