{"product_id":"e-f-atleys-1888-landscape","title":"E. F. Atleys - 1888 Landscape","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"260\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"260\"\u003eLate Victorian Landscape – Oil on Canvas, Dated 1888, Attributed to E. F. Atleys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"617\"\u003eAn original late 19th-century oil on canvas landscape painting, dated 1888 and depicting a tranquil rural scene with trees, water, and distant countryside. The composition is carefully balanced, with gently rolling terrain, softened atmospheric distance, and subtle handling of light and tone, characteristic of Victorian landscape painting of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eThe work is executed with naturalistic detail and a harmonious, restrained palette, reflecting the influence of late Victorian Realism and Tonalism. The foreground vegetation and reflective water are sensitively rendered, while the distant hills and sky create a strong sense of depth and calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003eThe painting is signed and dated to the lower left. The signature is somewhat unclear but appears to read “E. F. Atleys, 1888.” While slightly indistinct, it is consistent in placement and style with period practice and supports attribution to this 19th-century artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eThe work is laid down and presented behind glass and is housed in its original and highly attractive Victorian frame. The frame bears the original label of A. H. Meyer, Picture Frame Maker, 26 Forrest Road, Edinburgh, adding further historical and regional interest. The piece is fitted with a metal hanging loop and is ready to hang, though it may benefit from re-stringing if preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003eThe painting remains in good overall antique condition. There is light surface dirt and foxing to the canvas, along with minor dirt to the glass, consistent with age. A small area of possible historic retouching is visible in the sky. These minor issues do not detract from the overall presentation, and the work remains stable and displays well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eA charming and well-executed Victorian landscape, offering strong decorative appeal and historical interest for collectors of 19th-century British art and traditional interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2705\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOil on canvas, laid down and presented behind glass\u003cbr data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAttributed to E. F. Atleys (19th century)\u003cbr data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSigned and dated “E. F. Atleys, 1888”, lower left\u003cbr data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003eUnframed Picture Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e39 × 48 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003eFramed Picture Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e57 × 64 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2412\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1888 (Late Victorian period)\u003cbr data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2467\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGood overall condition with light surface dirt, foxing, and minor historic retouching; stable and displays well\u003cbr data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2582\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2592\"\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOriginal Victorian glazed frame with A. H. Meyer (Edinburgh) label; fitted with hanging loop and ready to hang\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003eThis is a genuine, one-of-a-kind original artwork, not a print or reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"63Arts Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53606253166933,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/7170\/9525\/files\/1888LandscapeMain.jpg?v=1775321478","url":"https:\/\/63arts.co.uk\/products\/e-f-atleys-1888-landscape","provider":"63Arts Edinburgh","version":"1.0","type":"link"}