Frank Moss Bennett

Early 20th Century English Oil Painting of a Chapel by Frank Moss Bennett

1918

Antique British oil painting of the Alhambra by Thompson British, 1876 Canvas: Height 45cm, width 35.5cm Frame: Height 69cm, width 61cm, depth 6cm This serene Orientalist oil painti...

Antique Orientalist oil painting of Biskra by Paul Lazerges French, 1894 Canvas: Height 39cm, width 46cm Frame: Height 65cm, width 73cm, depth 10cm This oil on canvas by celebrated...

Very Large Oil Painting English Chichester Cross Market Scene Henry Charles Bryant English, Late 19th Century Canvas: Height 88cm, width 128cm Frame: Height 104cm, width 144cm, depth 7cm This stunning oil painting is by Henry Charles Bryant, a renowned English artist celebrated for his vivid portrayals of rural markets and farmyard life. Active mainly in London during the latter half of the 19th century, Bryant frequently exhibited at prestigious institutions such as the Royal Academy, the British Institution, and the Royal Society of British Artists. The artwork captures a lively market day set near the iconic Chichester Cross, a notable example of Gothic architecture in the historic city of Chichester. The canvas teems with activity, as Bryant skilfully depicts a variety of figures - vendors, buyers, and onlookers - all immersed in their daily routines. A rich array of fresh produce fills the scene, with baskets overflowing with fruits, vegetables, and vibrant floral bouquets. Chickens are contained within wicker and metal cages, where a spirited negotiation unfolds amid an attentive crowd. Central to the composition, a striking pair of peacocks flaunts their shimmering green feathers, drawing admiration from market visitors. Nearby, a young woman’s delicate arrangement of flowers adds both grace and vitality to the scene. Bryant’s expert handling of colour brings focus to the foreground, especially highlighting the white ducks and the intricate textures of the animals and goods. His use of a rich and varied palette, combined with meticulous attention to detail, creates an almost trompe-l’oeil effect that invites viewers to step into the bustling marketplace. In the background, the Gothic splendour of the Chichester Cross stands prominently, with its arches revealing glimpses of the town beyond. A row of buildings to the left further conveys the sense of a thriving market hub, while patches of leafy greenery and trees contrast beautifully with the overcast sky. Encased in an ornate giltwood frame featuring a title plaque inscribed ‘Henry C. Bryant / 1812–1881 / Chichester Cross’, the painting is signed in the lower left corner by the artist. A retailer’s label is affixed to the reverse. Full of life and detail, this remarkable market scene exemplifies Bryant’s artistic skill and charm, making it a prized acquisition for collectors of 19th century British art.

Antique 19th Century Italian Orientalist Oil Painting Mosque Cairo Egypt Lovatti Italian, 1899 Canvas: Height 31cm, width 51cm Frame: Height 40cm, width 61cm, depth 4cm This is a v...

Oil on gesso canvas by Louis Francois Cabanes (1867-1947) depicts a massive wall of a vaulted palace room decorated with painted ceiling with huge figurative bronze and marble sculpture in the neoclassical style. Signed in lower right, Louis CABANES élève de M. J.P. Laurens (student of mister...) beneath and what appears to be a partial date (year) beneath in box. Stretcher measures approximately 26 by 37.5 inches and the period frame, 32 by 44 inches. Cabanes was a respected illustrator and painter of figures, genre scenes, history and Orientalism. He studied at the Ecoles de Beaux Arts of Toulouse and Paris under Jean Paul Laurens...

A charming late 19th century oil by W.D. West depicting mother and child attending church. Presented in a stained oak frame with a gilt inner edge. Signed to the lower right. Inscri...

A charming oil painting, depicting a rural scene with a church and figures nearby. Signed and dated to the lower left-hand corner. Presented in a gilt-effect slip and in an ornate, g...

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas signed Rainbo depicts the interior of a cathedral, most likely the most prominent church in the city. The artist has used a superb sense of per...