Object Description
A beautiful pair of tondo oil landscape paintings on board by John Bell (English, 1811-1895), of “Knaresborough Castle, Yorkshire”, signed and dated lower left “J Bell 1851” and “Bootburn Bridge, Herts”, signed and dated indistinctly lower right.
The pair of round landscapes is framed in ornate gilded frames and painted in muted, natural colours with soft light that emphasizes balance, calmness, and the beauty of nature.
Knaresborough Castle has tall trees on one side, framing the view and a calm body of water that stretches into the distance, with mountains.
Bootburn Bridge, Herts, shows a tranquil landscape with water a prominent tree stands near the centre or slightly to one side, acting as a focal point.
Both paintings are inscribed on the backboards verso:
“original label beneath” John Bell, “London 1851”
Add some 19th-century English countryside charm with these beautiful “tondo” landscape paintings to any room in your home.
Condition:
In really excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 47 cm x Width 47 cm x Depth 5 cm – Frames
Height 33 cm x Width 33 cm – Paintings
Dimensions in inches:
Height 1 foot, 6 inches x Width 1 foot, 6 inches x Depth 2 inches – Frames
Height 1 foot, 1 inch x Width 1 foot, 1 inch – Paintings
Our reference: A5179