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Peter CoulthardSheep by River in Mountains of Lake District England - Original Oil on Canvas1990 Circa
1990 Circa
$6,756.58
£4,950
€5,823.49
CA$9,408.19
A$10,110.09
CHF 5,424.65
MX$119,090.73
NOK 68,208.99
SEK 62,308.47
DKK 43,522.48
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Sheep by the River in the Mountains of the Lake District of England - an Original Oil on Canvas by 20th Century Modern British Artist, Peter Coulthard.
Art measures 30 x 20 inches
Frame measures 36 x 26 inches
This evocative Lake District landscape exemplifies the quiet authority of mid 20th century British painting, where observation, restraint, and atmosphere take precedence over sentimentality.
What makes this work particularly compelling is its handling of light and whiteness. The pale sky is not simply background but an active compositional force. Soft, shifting whites and silvery greys create a sense of depth, air, and weather moving across the mountains. This use of white allows the landscape to breathe, lending the scene an expansive calm while subtly directing the eye through the composition. Artistically, this restraint elevates the painting beyond picturesque scenery into something more contemplative and enduring.
The mountains rise with quiet confidence, their muted ochres and blue greys gently modulated rather than dramatized. The river and sheep are understated but essential, grounding the composition in lived rural experience without dominating the scene. There is a palpable sense of place here, not as a spectacle, but as something deeply known and carefully observed.
Aesthetically, the painting achieves a rare balance between structure and softness. The tonal harmony makes it highly versatile for interior settings, equally suited to traditional or contemporary spaces. The ornate gilt frame enhances the work’s sense of permanence and value, reinforcing its status as a serious, collected piece rather than decorative art.
For collectors, this painting appeals on several levels. It represents a confident example of British landscape tradition at a time when technical skill and tonal sensitivity were paramount. Its subtle palette and intelligent use of white give it longevity and quiet distinction, qualities increasingly sought after by discerning buyers.
This is a work that rewards prolonged looking. Calm, assured, and beautifully resolved, it offers both visual serenity and artistic depth.
Peter Coulthard was brought up in the Pennine countryside and his outdoor working life have given him a deep knowledge and understanding of nature and the elements, and his paintings show high levels of technical ability, skill and quality. These qualities, together with his clever use of light, his draughtsmanship skills, a keen eye for detail and a fine sense of atmosphere combine to create a standard of work of the very highest calibre. He paints in oils on canvas and his dramatic landscapes usually feature his favourite Lake District scenes.
Original Oil Painting. Signed on the lower right. Presented in the original ornate frame.
- Creator:Peter Coulthard (1949, British)
- Creation Year:1990 Circa
- Dimensions:Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
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- Condition:Good Condition - Ready to Hang!
- Gallery Location:Preston, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU817317484882
Peter Coulthard
Peter Coulthard was brought up in the Pennine countryside and his outdoor working life has given him a deep knowledge and understanding of nature and the elements, and his paintings show high levels of technical ability, skill and quality. These qualities, together with his clever use of light, his draughtsmanship skills, a keen eye for detail and a fine sense of atmosphere combine to create a standard of work of the very highest caliber. He paints in oils on canvas and his dramatic landscapes usually feature his favorite Lake District scenes.
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