Still Waters at Dusk
A. Coleman (British, 19th Century)
A tranquil oil on canvas depicting sheep gathered along the edge of a gently winding river, set within a lush pastoral landscape. The calm surface of the water reflects the soft, clouded sky, while the surrounding trees and meadow are rendered with a delicate naturalism typical of 19th-century English landscape painting. The composition conveys a quiet sense of balance and rural calm, capturing a moment of stillness at the close of day.
Medium & Support: Oil on canvas.
Frame: Gilt frame with decorative moulding; light wear consistent with age.
Condition: Good decorative condition; the paint surface presents well with gentle age-related patina.
Signature: Signed A. Coleman.
Dimensions:
Visible painting: 31 × 51cm
Framed: 53 x 73 cm
Notes: A serene and atmospheric English pastoral scene, celebrating the gentle rhythms of countryside life and the enduring appeal of the rural landscape.