This pair of late 19th-century watercolours on paper depicts British coastal subjects in a traditional topographical manner. The first work illustrates a wide sandy beach at low tide, featuring dark rocky formations, distant figures on the shoreline, and birds in the foreground. This piece is signed and dated in the lower right corner Beatrice S. Gill. 1892. The second painting, attributed to the same artist, offers a view of St Michael’s Mount, Cornwall, showing the tidal island topped by its castle, with a red-sailed fishing lugger and figures in the foreground. Both works are executed in a palette of blues, greys, and earth tones. They are presented in matching modern gilt-effect wooden frames under glass with deep brown card mounts. No verso labels are visible.
Condition report:
The watercolour depicting St Michael\'s Mount shows visible foxing and light brown staining across the paper surface, particularly evident in the sky area and upper left edge. The beach scene appears to be in overall better condition, with minor general toning to the paper consistent with age. Both frames show some light surface wear and minor scuffing to the gilt finish. The card mounts are in good condition.
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