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J.Charnock
19th century British Sheep and Cows in Landscape of Upper Airedale, Yorkshire UK

Circa 1890

$1,950
£1,479.62
€1,691.81
CA$2,723.62
A$3,028.30
CHF 1,581.21
MX$36,861.74
NOK 20,175.54
SEK 18,903.52
DKK 12,626.27
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J. Charnock “Upper Airedale, Yorkshire” Oil on board, signed lower right English, circa 1890 Presented in a richly carved and gilded period frame This idyllic pastoral scene by the accomplished 19th-century painter J. Charnock captures the tranquil essence of Upper Airedale in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. The painting presents a serene vista of soft green meadows edged by a winding brook, with a gentle herd of sheep and cattle grazing undisturbed. Towering above the wooded midground, the warm purple shadows of the Pennine hills rise beneath a cool, lightly clouded sky—evoking the grandeur and stillness of this beloved English landscape. Charnock’s skill lies in his ability to infuse natural scenes with both clarity and intimacy. His brushwork is delicate yet assured, rendering texture in the foliage and grazing animals with remarkable finesse. The palette is restrained and harmonious: earthy greens and browns are balanced by the lilac and rose hues that kiss the distant fells, capturing the subtle tonal shifts typical of Yorkshire’s ever-changing weather and soft northern light. Scenes of the Yorkshire Dales such as this were highly prized in the Victorian and Edwardian eras for their romantic association with a timeless rural England—untainted by modernity and rich with nostalgic beauty. The painting is housed in its original gilt frame, richly ornamented in classical relief, which complements the refined mood of the work. A fine and atmospheric view of regional England by a listed and competent hand, ideal for collectors of British landscape painting or those seeking a calming pastoral subject for a traditional interior.
  • Creator:
    J.Charnock (English)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1890
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    The painting is in perfect original condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Woodbury, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU507316477292

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