19th Century English Farmyard Oil on Canvas Painting Signed Howard Hill

$1,800

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This charming antique oil painting depicts a lively English farmyard scene centered around a proud rooster perched atop a mound of hay, surrounded by hens in naturalistic poses. Two rustic cottages and a fenced pasture create depth in the background, framed by tall trees beneath a soft, atmospheric sky. The composition captures the warmth and pastoral simplicity admired in Victorian rural genre painting. Executed in oil on canvas and signed by the artist, Howard Hill in the lower left corner, the work reflects the Victorian English School tradition of country genre painting, circa 1870. The detailed rendering of poultry, balanced composition, and romanticized countryside setting place it stylistically in the manner of Edgar Hunt, whose farmyard subjects became highly sought after in late 19th century England. The brushwork is particularly expressive in the rooster’s vibrant plumage and in the textures of straw, foliage, and stone architecture. The canvas has been professionally relined to ensure long-term stability and preservation. Presented in a carved and giltwood frame, the painting is in excellent antique condition commensurate with age and use. A warm and decorative pastoral scene ideal for a kitchen, breakfast room, study, or country-inspired interior. Dimensions: 15.75″W x 18.5″H

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