‘Salisbury Cathedral’
English School, late 19th Century
A serene river landscape depicting Salisbury Cathedral rising beyond the Avon, its reflection shimmering in the still water below. The artist captures the quiet majesty of the scene through gentle tonal gradation and soft, atmospheric light. The delicate handling of the trees and water conveys both depth and tranquillity, echoing the romantic sensibilities of the English landscape tradition.
Medium & Support: Oil on canvas.
Frame: Gilt frame with beaded inner edge; minor wear and age patina.
Condition: Surface toning consistent with age; stable and ready to hang.
Signature: Signed ‘S’ lower right
Dimensions:
Framed: 41 × 36 cm
Visible painting: 34 × 29 cm
Notes: A charming Victorian view of Salisbury, evoking the enduring appeal of cathedral landscapes in the manner of John Constable’s celebrated studies of the same subject.