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19th Century English School
Street scene with ladies, late 19th century

$1,101.12
£800
€935.99
CA$1,504.91
A$1,638.22
CHF 869.57
MX$19,711.28
NOK 11,018.59
SEK 10,096.14
DKK 6,989.89

About the Item

This elegant watercolour depicts a street scene animated by women in long dresses, walking and conversing as they promenade along a broad avenue. Their attire—flowing skirts, fitted bodices, and wide-brimmed hats—reflects the fashionable style of the late Victorian era, conveying both grace and refinement. The artist uses delicate washes of colour to capture the soft textures of fabric and the play of light on the cobblestones, while fine linear details describe the surrounding architecture and lampposts. Figures are arranged in small groups, suggesting both social ritual and leisurely movement, typical of urban life in the late 19th century. Painted in the tradition of the English School, the composition combines naturalistic observation with a gently romantic sensibility. The emphasis on atmosphere, refined dress, and graceful postures lends the scene a sense of timeless charm, evoking the elegance of Victorian society in its everyday rhythms. The painting is not signed.
  • Creator:
    19th Century English School (English)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.13 in (43.5 cm)Width: 21.46 in (54.5 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: B441stDibs: LU2841216889302

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