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Anglo Chinese Marine Oil Painting HMS Alacrity Schooner Steam Ship (1 of 39)
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
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Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is an internationally respected, family-run fine art and antiques dealership established in 2005. Led by Directors Michael and Victoria, we bring over two decades of specialist expertise in sourcing, evaluating and trading historic British and European artworks, antiques and curated collectibles. As elected members of the Fine Art Trade Guild, integrity, art historical knowledge and rigorous standards of authenticity underpin every work we present. We advise and supply private collectors, trade buyers, galleries, interior designers, film and television studios, prop houses and high-profile international clients, offering bespoke advisory, sourcing and consignment services. Open Online Exclusively — Private Virtual Viewings by Appointment We operate exclusively online, providing detailed one-to-one virtual viewings to discuss condition, scale and provenance. High-resolution images and comprehensive condition reports are available upon request. What We Offer Fine Art & Works of Art (17th–21st Century) British and European oil paintings, watercolours and mixed media Portraiture, marine and nautical scenes Animal, hunting and sporting subjects Landscapes, cityscapes and genre compositions Decorative works, sculpture and objets d’art Antiques & Collectibles 18th–20th century antique and vintage furniture Bronzes, carvings and decorative objects Hallmarked silver, clocks and ceramics Porcelain, glassware and collectible rarities Architectural and garden features Our collection reflects scholarly research and aesthetic discernment, curated to appeal to both established connoisseurs and emerging collectors alike. Sustainability & Style We are committed to sustainability. Antique furniture and decorative works are inherently environmentally responsible, requiring no new materials while celebrating enduring craftsmanship. These pieces complement both traditional and contemporary interiors, offering individuality and lasting character. Payments & Shipping Payments Card payments accepted online up to £5,000. Amounts exceeding £5,000 by bank transfer only. Proforma invoices with full bank details are available upon request. Shipping UK and worldwide shipping available — please request a quotation. All items are professionally packed, fully insured and shipped with tracked delivery. Customs & International Orders We operate on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis. International buyers are responsible for import duties, taxes and customs clearance in their destination country. EU buyers should consult local authorities regarding post-Brexit customs procedures. If a parcel is refused and returned, return shipping costs will be deducted from any refund. Company Details Registered Office: Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® 71–75 Shelton Street Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JQ Company No. 15666518 GB VAT No. 466128775 Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is a registered United Kingdom trade mark (UK00004303420).
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Anglo Chinese Marine Oil Painting HMS Alacrity Schooner Steam Ship

REF: LA432796
£2,900
€3,352
$3,868
LoveAntiques Dealersince Mar 2017Approved item534 sales by dealerFree DeliveryAvailable for local pick-up
LoveAntiques Dealersince Mar 2017Approved item534 sales by dealerFree DeliveryAvailable for local pick-up
Description
Fine Anglo Chinese School work of art 20th Century Marine oil painting on canvas HMS Alacrity Schooner Ship. Subject seascape marine side profile view of the HMS ship Alacrity. Sailing along the high deep blue seas in relatively choppy waters, you can see the sailors crew figures in white uniform wearing hats on deck, also with 3 lifeboats shown, a single steam funnel and masts either side with rigging, flying above is the St George flag along with the Union Jack. With scattered grey clouds above a beautiful blue sky. Title "HMS Alacrity". HMS Alacrity was a twin screw dispatch vessel schooner of the Royal Navy, 1700 tons with 4 guns built by John Cuthbert, Millers Point, New South Wales as the yacht Ethel that the Royal Navy purchased in 1872. Crew complement 27.She commenced service on the Australia Station at Sydney in 1873 as a tender for HMS Clio. She was later used for anti-blackbirding operations in the South Pacific and also for hydrographic surveys of Fiji and Australia. On 3 June 1873, Alacrity ran aground in Vita Bay, Fiji Islands. She was re-floated. She was paid off in 1882 and sold to the Colony of New South Wales, which converted her to a powder hulk guardship. Alacrity was in use as an accommodation hulk at Bantry Bay during the Second World War. Citations 1 2 3 Bastock, pp.58-59. ↑ Tizard, T.H. (1900). Chronological List of the Officers Conducting British Maritime Discoveries and Surveys: Together with the Names of the Vessels Employed from the Earlier Times Until 1900. Her Majesty's Stationery Office. pp. 32–34. ↑ "Fiji". Leeds Mercury (11049). Leeds. 8 September 1873. Such attention to detail to the rigging, portholes & ship structure is exceptional. Unsigned. Anglo Chinese School artist. An exceptional maritime artwork Set in an ornate original gilt frame, with hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home wall display. Provenance from a fine art auction label verso. Such a delightful scene to the eye. Highly sought after due to the collectible nature of the marine scenery subject matter such elaborate detail. Incredible conversation piece for your guests. We only select & sell paintings based upon subject, quality & significance. We provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. Viewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support please send a message thank you. Checkout our exciting other available collections in our shop gallery, happy shopping.
measurements
Height:
40 cm
Width:
50.5 cm
Depth thickness of frame (3.5cm)
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the Anglo Chinese Marine Oil Painting HMS Alacrity Schooner Steam Ship (LA432796) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1950
condition
Offered in fine used condition. Front painting surface in excellent order. The canvas has been relined. The frame is in good overall order having only some general wear, scuffs, scratches, in places commensurate with usage & age.
location
This Anglo Chinese Marine Oil Painting HMS Alacrity Schooner Steam Ship is located in Greater London, United Kingdom
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