£45
W.H. Pearson: The Lower Thames, Charlton – Watercolour Maritime Scene
A late 19th or early 20th century watercolour by W.H. Pearson titled The Lower Thames, Charlton, depicting a busy stretch of the River Thames with steamships, rigged vessels, and rowing boats in the foreground. The painting captures the industrial atmosphere of London's working river, with smokestacks, warehouses, and dock activity lining the horizon.
The composition is rich with period maritime detail, including a paddle tug, masted cargo ship, and smoke-belching steam liner, all under a hazy London sky. Signed and titled lower right:
"The Lower Thames / Charlton / W.H. Pearson."
Sheet dimensions approx. 35cm x 56cm.
Unmounted and unframed. The watercolour shows general age toning, foxing, and water staining, with visible handling marks and edge wear, but retains strong period character and documentary value.
An evocative Thames-side view from the height of London's industrial maritime activity.
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