Chicago, IL
Details
- Dimensions
- 54.75ʺW × 3ʺD × 35ʺH
- Styles
- Traditional
- Art Subjects
- Cityscape
- Architecture
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Canvas
- Oil Paint
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Sky Blue
- Condition Notes
- The surface of the painting exhibits a very fine craquelure. The frame is original to the painting. The painting has … moreThe surface of the painting exhibits a very fine craquelure. The frame is original to the painting. The painting has been professionally cleaned by the Restoration Division in Chicago. The frame is made from giltwood and gesso. Gold has some discoloration and darkening throughout. Splittings at the corners. The back hardware has been replaced to ensure the longevity of the frame. Back support uses wooden keys in each corner, which are used to maintain the tension of the canvas. It has a protective coat on the back of the painting from the restoration. Although we are attempting to provide realistic online images, differences in lighting sources affect the real color contracts of the painting. However, we recommend you consider the lighting in your home and how different lighting sources preserve the painting best and can improve the details the artist emphasized. We also recommend you determine the proper angle placement for the painting to avoid casting shadows or reducing glare to obtain the highest level of satisfaction from this artwork. With Frame: H=35 in. W=54.75 in. D=3 in. 40 lbs. less
- Description
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This striking oil on canvas attributed to James Webb titled "Liege" depicts a river scene in the city of Liege, …
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This striking oil on canvas attributed to James Webb titled "Liege" depicts a river scene in the city of Liege, Belgium. This exquisite cityscape features various boats docked at port, alongside crowds of passers-by. The painting recedes into mountainous views before hazily meeting a blue sky, speckled with clouds. This atmospheric landscape invites the viewer to peruse the past and get lost in the intimate details of Liege, Belgium.
The painting is nested in a gorgeous statement giltwood frame crafted from wood and gesso. The frame is an empire-style frame with bead trim on the sight edge and ribbon trim on the concave profile.
James Webb (1825-1895) was a British painter specializing in marine views and landscapes, depicting both England and continental Europe. He was born in London to a family of fellow painters, and went on to study at the Royal Academy. He exhibited in London at the Royal Academy and the British Institute between 1850 and 1888, and many of his works still hang in London in the collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Tate Gallery. His painting style was inspired by English romanticism, particularly regarding artists like John Constable and Joseph Mallord William Turner. Romanticism emphasizes an emotional response to nature, which is potent in a painting like this one.
This gorgeous rendering of Liege by such a renowned British artist would be a treasured addition to any home office, library, or living room.
With Frame: H=35 in. W=54.75 in. D=3 in. 40 lbs. less
Chicago, IL
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