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Painting Of Fish On The River Bank

$3,990.86
£2,900
€3,543.16
CA$5,568.10
A$5,690.52
CHF 3,249.51
MX$74,046.68
NOK 37,129.14
SEK 38,699.15
DKK 26,484.52

About the Item

Still Life Angling Oil Painting. A fine original Victorian oil on canvas, A Day's Catch, depicting a still life arrangement of freshwater fish displayed against a dark, subtly textured background. At the center lies a vibrantly rendered large pike, easily identified by its elongated body, pointed snout, and greenish-brown mottled scales. Beside it rest several smaller fish, likely roach or rudd, their silvery flanks and reddish fins catching the dim, diffused light. The artist's use of dramatic contrast between light and shadow lends the composition a quiet realism and depth, emphasising the natural sheen of the fish and the tactile quality of their scales. This outstanding oil painting is superbly presented in a deep period oak frame with a rich patina and gold slip. While no signature is visible, the painting's subject and treatment are reminiscent of works by British artists Henry Leonidas Rolfe (1824-1881) or Roland Knight (1845-1921), both renowned for their angling scenes. Frame size:- 61 cm high by 80 cm wide. Dimensions: Height 45 cm / 17 " Width 63.5 cm / 25 " Framed height 61 cm / 24 " Framed width 80 cm / 31 " Framed depth 8 cm / 3 1⁄4"
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.02 in (61 cm)Width: 31.5 in (80 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Sporting Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850-1899
  • Condition:
    Repaired: The oil has historic repairs, see image of the back. Wear consistent with age and use. Good.
  • Seller Location:
    Oxfordshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 315191stDibs: LU975748550382

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