19th century oil on canvas, inscribed verso, original gilt frame

A work of true refinement, this gentle, warm piece by James Peel (England 1811-1906) depicts a tranquil seaside as the setting for agrarian pursuits. It is a scene of the straw harvest during the shorter days of autumn. The seasonal tenor of the work is rendered in hues of brown, olive, gold and silver. The organic palette underlies the painting's pensive mood, as we intuit the diminishing colors as a harbinger of the approaching winter's dormancy, dreariness and turbulent seas.

James Peel is noted for his excellent draughtsmanship, which is enhanced by his elegant and deliberate brushstroke. There is no element of his technique that lacked perfection, whether it be distant mountains formed with atmospheric perspective or a foreground of fields and waterways executed with clarity and delicacy. Peel never failed to capture the divine nuances of nature's colors. James Peel is one of England's most distinguished painters; his works grace many public collections, including the Victoria and Albert museum.

Measurements:
20"x28" in frame
12"x20" canvas


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In beautiful condition; the paint is thin in a few spots but nothing noticeable. The frame is original gilt and has dings and scratches but in overall good antique shape.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Canvas, Oil Paint, Wood

Details:
Art Subjects: Figure, Landscape, Seascape
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; In beautiful condition; the paint is thin in a few spots but nothing noticeable. The frame is original gilt and has dings and scratches but in overall good antique shape.