Frank E. Cox

A charming and atmospheric 19th-century pastoral oil painting by Frank E. Cox, depicting a wonderfully narrative rural scene.

The composition portrays a mother reassuring a frightened young child as a flock of geese gathers around them, with a donkey standing nearby. Beyond the figures, a country lane leads towards a farmstead nestled beneath a dramatic group of tall trees, all illuminated by the warm tones of a distant sunset.i

The painting has a particularly appealing sense of rural life and storytelling, with beautifully observed figures, animals and an atmospheric landscape creating considerable depth within the composition.

Signed by the artist and presented in an impressive antique gilt frame, which complements the warm tones of the painting beautifully.

A highly decorative and characterful antique work, ideal for collectors of Victorian paintings, British pastoral art, rural genre scenes and traditional country-house interiors.

Measurements

Overall size including frame:

75 × 65 cm

29.5 × 25.6 inches

Actual painting / canvas size:

48 × 40 cm

18.9 × 15.7 inches

Frame

Presented in a substantial decorative antique gilt frame.

The frame forms part of the overall presentation and, as with antique frames of this age, may display signs of age, wear, small losses or previous restoration.

Condition

Antique condition with age-related surface wear and signs consistent with the painting’s period. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.

The reverse of the canvas bears old handwritten inscriptions/notations, as shown in the photographs.

Why We Love It

This is an especially appealing Victorian pastoral scene combining landscape, animals and human narrative. The small interaction between the mother and frightened child gives the work considerable charm, while the towering trees and glowing evening sky create a beautifully atmospheric backdrop.

A striking period painting that would look particularly impressive in a traditional English, country-house, Victorian or eclectic interior.

Please study all photographs carefully for full details of the painting, frame and condition. The artwork is sold as seen.